Swain proud to represent heritage during Indigenous Round

Every game that Shaneice Swain plays in the WNBL is a thrill.

But the competition's annual Indigenous Round is always a little more special to the Cairns product.

As a Yupangathi and Gangalidda/Gooreng Gooreng Woman, her family's history is entrenched in the areas near Rockhampton and Central Queensland.

So as the 22-year-old heads into her fifth WNBL Indigenous Round clash, she shared just what the initiative means to her and her family.

"Being able to represent my culture and having a whole round dedicated to the culture is very special, as it provides an avenue for others, including my teammates and coaches, to learn about my culture and heritage," Swain said.

"Then being able to see each team's uniform design and their connections to the land is amazing.

"I know it means a lot to all the other Indigenous players around the league and we can't wait for the concept to continue to grow."

Swain's Flames, who will wear specially designed jerseys by Stew James, play their first of three Indigenous Round fixtures on Friday night when they host Southside Melbourne in their WNBL26 home opener.

This Round 2 clash tips off at 7pm AEDT, live on ESPN2 and 9Now.

Tickets for the fixture are still available here.