Kuwarna has made one change ahead of its First Nations Round clash against Waalitj Marawar (West Coast) at Adelaide Oval on Sunday.

Forward Luke Pedlar has been elevated from the extended bench to be named in the team and will play his first game for 2025.

Defender Luke Nankervis has been omitted.

Kuwarna Head of Football Adam Kelly has also confirmed midfielder Sam Berry will form part of the starting 22 after featuring as the side’s substitute in last weekend’s game against Collingwood.

“Sam comes into our starting 22 off the back of three games as a sub, in which he came on and made a positive impact,” Kelly said.  

“He is moving really well and we are looking forward to seeing him make the most of the opportunity that presents with an increased involvement in the game.

"Luke (Pedlar) has now had a clear run across the opening six games of the SANFL season, and been able to build his form throughout.

"Playing more forward in recent weeks, he has been hitting the scoreboard consistently and has been showing the power, intensity and combativeness that have been a hallmark of his best footy."

Nankervis moves onto the emergency list, alongside Sid Draper and Billy Dowling.

Kuwarna will name its substitute for Sunday’s match one hour before the first bounce.

The match marks week two of the League’s Sir Doug Nicholls Round, paying tribute to all past and present First Nation players.

Kuwarna will again don its First Nations guernsey, designed by former player and Wirangu man Graham Johncock and Wirangu artist Aunty Christine Tschuna.

The two clubs will take part in a gift exchange ceremony before the first bounce.

Kuwarna will hand over a red gum fluted shield, designed by Indigenous artist Patrick Ferguson, and thanks to BHP.

Pre-game will also have added significance with fan favourite Eddie Betts returning for a special celebration of Sir Doug Nicholls Round.

The Eddie Betts Foundation (EBF) Youth Talent Academy will play against students from Sports College SA, which is a partner of Kuwarna’s community programs, in a Showcase Game as a curtain raiser.

Kuwarna faces Waalitj Marawar at Adelaide Oval on Sunday at 12.40pm.

Tickets available here.

Kuwarna Round 11 team is: