Illawarra Steelers - Name and Emblem

Name and Emblem

The name "Steelers" was chosen in reference to the local Port Kembla Steelworks, which was the Illawarra region's largest employer. (BHP, who owned the steelworks, eventually sponsored the team for most of their existence.) Other names considered were "Lions" and "Steelies".

  • Illawarra Steelers - Emblems

  • 1982-1997

  • 1998

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