Perth Bears

[Centy Coast]

You guys started dropping more white into your kits in the 90s when, as far as I’m aware, it had only really featured around the collar before. The prominence of the white in those jerseys was a big change from the past. If you can get used to that, you can get used to some yellow/gold trim to include WA.

Geez did I just agree with a Manly supporter lol

 

[i0Nic]

For those going back and forth on the nuance of the brand/logo and what constitutes keeping it the same vs minor tweaks vs full redesign … just look at Redcliffe dolphins vs The Dolphins for your best look at what a Perth Bears approach would probably be.

Updating it so it feels fresh, modern and unique to north Sydney bears while retaining the colours and motif.

Both original logos feature a cartoonishly drawn animal that probably doesn’t work as well in the modern digital age and requires simplifying. I’d say the bears needs less change to the overall aesthetic because the Redcliffe dolphins one is very cartoonish.

This way they can keep the existing NS bear colours just update the logo and kit a bit to differentiate from the ns bears

 

[ThornlieBear]

That Redcliffe jersey they played in recently is by far the best design for them and should have been their iconic jersey from Yr1 imo!

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I was referring to their home jersey with my comments not their heritage jersey.

 

[Nuke]

Maybe a walk in Shop. Like Peter Wynn's shop
Specialist in all NRL item's
Would be an idea

There used to be one in Perth. Went there plenty of times as a kid. It was in Yokine / Joondanna, and was simply called 'The Rugby Shop' from memory. It was mostly League gear but had some union too.

 

[Twizzle]

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Perth Bears eye 30,000 members, NRL's biggest fanbase​

Scott Bailey
Mon 12 May 2025 at 11:22 am AEST·3-min read

The head of rugby league in Western Australia has predicted the Perth Bears will have 30,000 local members in their first season and lay claim to one of the NRL's biggest fanbases.
Half a week on from being confirmed as the league's 18th team, officials have begun laying the groundwork for the Bears' competition entry in 2027.
A board is expected to be implemented by the NRL in coming weeks, with former state Labor minister Peter Tinley among those linked to a role as one of at least three West Australian directors.
That will clear the way for a CEO and coach to be named, with Brad Arthur the favourite to mentor the team and Sam Burgess also interested.
Off the field, local officials are confident they can amass a significant following.
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Next month's State of Origin game at the 60,000-seat Optus Stadium is expected to be the third straight to sell out in Perth, while NRL double-headers have attracted crowds of between 30,000 and 46,000.
There is potential for strong support from devotees from the Western Reds days of the mid-1990s, along with ex-pats from both the east coast and England.
"I believe if this is done really meticulously and professionally, I would say 30,000 local members. I think 30,000 is achievable," NRL WA CEO John Sackson told AAP.
"I really do.
"If you look at some of the crowds we have been getting, sold-out crowds at HBF Park. Origin, there will be 60,000 there.
"They are all potential members, they are showing an interest in rugby league. The 41,000 at the 2023 double-header. The 31,000 this year amid the backlash (amid negotiations).
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"The excitement around the market, I am getting texts from people saying where do I sign?"
Sackson said he had already been approached by several potential sponsors before last week's official announcement.
Part of the NRL WA boss's confidence comes in the form of the Bears' history, with news of their NRL return sparking emotional in North Sydney last week.
The Bears' name, logo and colours are expected to give the club a legitimate following for away games, something other expansion sides have struggled with.

"I think it can be a countrywide juggernaut," Sackson said.
"You have two sets of fans, the North Sydney Bears and Reds, who were ruthlessly ejected from their competitions and a lot of those fans went into hibernation.
"They were disenfranchised, disillusioned and a lot lost to the game of rugby league.
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"Now those fans have a second chance to support the Bears and West Australian franchise.
"If there is harmony and unity between the two fan bases, it could potentially be the biggest fan base in the competition."

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[BuffaloRules]

Yes but other existing NRL clubs objected to the jersey

Really ? What did they say and why should the Dolphins care ? And why is it ok to use now?

 

[toomuchsoup]

More concepts, this time for the logo. I’ve included a version with the yellow/gold, but I still think aesthetically it looks much better with white

 

[Centy Coast]

More concepts, this time for the logo. I’ve included a version with the yellow/gold, but I still think aesthetically it looks much better with whiteView attachment 102106View attachment 102107

I like the red Bear head

 

[Perth Red]

Looks like it’s got lock jaw lol. Sort out the mouth on the stand Alone bear head and it could work. I’d just be concernEd the badge might get lost on a red and black jersey if it’s doesn’t have a background?

I do like the perth bears in yellow circle one. Nice nod to ns 1908 in the PB. I’d have the ns1908 script on the back of the collar of every jersey not on the badge.

 

[blue bags]

A full size bear. The whole body
Standing upright. On its back leg's
More intimidating. More energy
Like the full size Panthers
North Sydney Bears used to use The full size bear as it's emblem. Before just the head and face Of The bear. Old school

 

[PRLFC27]

IMO only, the red, black, and white logos look sharp and cohesive, nailing a strong design and marketing vibe. The yellow-outlined ones feel a bit too cluttered, losing some impact.

 

[RedVee]

A full size bear. The whole body
Standing upright. On its back leg's
More intimidating. More energy
Like the full size Panthers
North Sydney Bears used to use The full size bear as it's emblem. Before just the head and face Of The bear. Old school

I haven’t been in Nth Sydney Leagues for more than 30 years. There was a full size bear in the club house. Pretty cool, I hope it’s still there.

 

[Nuke]

You mean this logo?

 

[i0Nic]

Yeah I’d be keen if they go back to something more like the original logo above. A bear side profile silhouette. Just like the Rabbitohs logo.

 

[Perth Red]

NS fams would lose their minds too much but I do think in this digital age simpler is better sometimes.

 

[Red&BlackBear]

NS fams would lose their minds too much but I do think in this digital age simpler is better sometimes.

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They’d only lose their minds because this is a shit logo.

 

[Red&BlackBear]

More concepts, this time for the logo. I’ve included a version with the yellow/gold, but I still think aesthetically it looks much better with whiteView attachment 102106View attachment 102107

I get the intent but too cartoony imo.

Honestly, what was submitted to NRL is the best logo attempts to date. I’m sure they’ll pop up somewhere eventually.

 

[SirPies&Beers]

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[Centy Coast]

I haven’t been in Nth Sydney Leagues for more than 30 years. There was a full size bear in the club house. Pretty cool, I hope it’s still there.

Nope it’s gone, rumour has it that Peter “Zorba” Peter’s may have its head lol

 

[wb2027]

Nope it’s gone, rumour has it that Peter “Zorba” Peter’s may have its head lol

It's intact. It showed up online recently someone was going to sell it and decided not to.