Reflections of ancient weaving traditions are visible on Seattle’s pro soccer pitch in the form of the Seattle Sounders FC's new uniforms this year.

The Sounders new Salish Sea Kit is a powerful tribute to Coast Salish weaving traditions and our deep connection to water. Designed in collaboration with Muckleshoot Tribal member and artist Gail White Eagle, alongside fellow weavers Connie McCloud (Puyallup Tribe of Indians) and Danielle Morsette (Suquamish Tribe), the outfit embodies the sacredness of water and the resilience of Indigenous people.

Through patterns inspired by traditional twilling and twining techniques, the jersey reflects the movement of water and the interwoven stories of Coast Salish communities. As White Eagle shares, “When something is needed, ceremonially, or art installations,

you're called upon for that, and it is our duty and our responsibility to educate other people on who we are and what these techniques mean to us, and how it weaves us all together.”

Featuring sacred hues of blue and green to represent the sky and earth, and a jock tag inscribed with “Water Is Sacred” in both English and Southern Lushootseed, the Salish Sea Kit is a testament to tradition, identity, and the ongoing stewardship of the Salish Sea.

We are honored to see Coast Salish artistry celebrated on this platform and proud of Gail White Eagle for helping bring this vision to life.