EV2 Sportswear Custom Uniforms – Townsville, QLD Dressed to Compete. Built to Last.
Dressed to
Compete.
Built to Last.
When Townsville clubs pull on their jerseys, there’s a good chance the gear was made right here — by a Queensland institution that’s been clothing athletes for over 130 years.
EV2 Sportswear isn’t just a uniform supplier. It’s a fourth-generation family business with deep roots in Queensland sport, a headquarters on Ingham Road in Townsville, and a roster of clients that stretches from grassroots juniors to international associations. Whether you play Rugby League on a Saturday morning or manage a Football club counting on a uniform order before the season kicks off, EV2 has you covered — literally.
Formerly known as EMU Sportswear, the business was established in 1894 and has grown from a Queensland original into a brand supplying custom sportswear across Australia and internationally — with offices in Brisbane’s North Lakes, Mount Gambier, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
“Grass roots sport is in our blood, and always will be.”
At the helm is John Short, the fourth-generation Managing Director who joined the family business in the 1990s after completing an IT degree at James Cook University. Under his leadership, EV2 has expanded well beyond its Townsville origins while staying true to what made it great — quality gear, genuine service, and a love of sport that’s hard to fake.
John still plays for Norths Cricket Club and represented Australian Masters in 2025. It’s that kind of first-hand experience on the field that shapes how EV2 designs and manufactures its gear. They don’t just make uniforms — they wear them.
Custom Uniforms for Every Game in Town
One of EV2’s standout strengths is the breadth of sports they cater for. If your club is based in Townsville, chances are EV2 already knows your game inside-out. Here’s a look at what they offer across the codes that matter most to our community:
Rugby League
EV2’s bread and butter. As the longest-serving preferred supplier to Queensland Rugby League — over 40 years and counting — their League jerseys are battle-tested at every level, from local juniors to the Intrust Super Cup.
Rugby Union
Custom jerseys and playing strips built for the rigours of the union game. EV2 brings the same heritage and craftsmanship to Union that they’ve honed across decades in League, with designs tailored to your club’s identity.
Football / Soccer
From junior academies to senior competitions, EV2 designs football kits that perform in Queensland’s heat. Lightweight, breathable fabrics combined with fully custom design options — colours, crests, sponsor panels and all.
Basketball
EV2 supplies the NBL and knows what elite basketball uniforms demand. Courts in North Queensland and beyond are dressed in their custom jerseys, shorts and warm-up gear — built for movement and made to stand out.
Netball
With Netball Queensland and Netball SA among their partners, EV2 brings proven expertise to the court. Their netball dresses and playing sets combine smart fit with full customisation, right down to your club’s exact colours.
Cricket
Supplying Cricket PNG at the international level and Queensland Cricket locally, EV2 understands what cricketers need across formats — from traditional whites to coloured T20 kits with moisture-management fabrics.
Touch Football
As a supplier to Touch Football Australia and Queensland Touch, EV2 is a natural fit for one of the most popular social and competitive sports in North Queensland. Lightweight singlets and shorts in any colour combination you can imagine.
Hockey
Custom hockey uniforms designed for the full range of motion the game demands — jerseys, skorts and shorts that hold up training session after training session, with print quality that doesn’t fade under the tropical sun.
Design Your Own Kit — Online, Right Now
EV2’s online Kitbuilder tool lets clubs and teams design their own uniforms from scratch without needing to pick up the phone. Choose your sport, build your design, customise colours, add sponsor logos, and place your order — all in one place.
- No design experience needed
- Preview your kit in real-time
- Add sponsor logos and player names
- Low minimum order quantities
- Fast turnaround times
A Townsville Business That Thinks Globally
There’s something rare about a business that has maintained genuine local roots while growing to supply clubs in the United States, Europe, Africa and Asia. EV2’s Townsville headquarters on Ingham Road is still the heartbeat of the operation — and for Townsville clubs, that means you’re dealing with people who understand North Queensland sport from the inside.
Their approach to colour matching alone sets them apart. EV2 works to a strict colour chart to ensure what you see in the design process is what you get in your hands. If your club has been running the same shade of blue or maroon for decades, they’ll match it — exactly.
Beyond uniforms, EV2 also offers a full suite of training wear, accessories, merchandise, and even workwear — making them a one-stop supplier for clubs that want a unified look on and off the field. Custom bags, headwear, sports bottles, towels, and their popular EV2 grip socks round out an offering that covers the whole club from pre-season to presentation night.
Gear Up Your Club for Next Season
Whether you’re re-kitting an entire association or ordering a first-time set of jerseys for a junior team, EV2 Sportswear makes the process easy. Reach out to their Townsville team or jump straight into the Kitbuilder online.
Get in Touch with EV2 Sportswear
Townsville HQ: 6 Ingham Road, Townsville QLD 4810
Brisbane: 21–23 Flinders Parade, North Lakes QLD 4509
Phone: +61 7 4771 2091
Email: [email protected]
Web: ev2sportswear.com.au
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About this guide
Written by Best in Townsville Editorial Team. Last reviewed 18 March 2026.
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