Johnny Warren T shirt

Celebrate a visionary, a boundary-pusher, and the eternal grandfather of Australian football.

Long before the world stage took notice, Johnny Warren knew what Australian football could be. "I told you so" - the famous four words etched into his legacy - perfectly capture the relentless, passionate spirit of a man who spent his entire life championing the beautiful game down under. As captain of the historic 1974 Socceroos World Cup squad, a pioneering broadcaster, and a tireless advocate for multiculturalism, Johnny didn’t just play football; he built its foundation in Australia. He looked into the future and saw a nation united by a sport that belonged to everyone.

This bold, graphic portrait pays tribute to Johnny’s unmatched legacy of vision, belief, and cultural pride. Wear it to honour a true pioneer, start a conversation about our sporting history, and keep the fire of Australian football burning bright.

The Design

Designed and hand-drawn by West Melbourne artist Jess McDonald, this exclusive portrait captures the sharp focus, grit, and enduring passion of Johnny Warren. Working in her signature graphic, high-contrast style, Jess has created a piece of wearable art that celebrates the ultimate rebel with a cause in Australian sports history.

Why You'll Love Your High Tees Product:

• Proudly Designed & Printed in Melbourne: Support local creativity. Every item is printed to order in Melbourne to drastically reduce fashion waste.

• Art Meets Activism: High Tees is a certified Melbourne Social Enterprise. We believe a t-shirt can start movements, celebrate our local icons, and share the diverse stories that shape our culture.

• Ethically & Sustainably Sourced: Made from the softest, premium quality organic cotton. Our apparel is certified child-labour-free with rock-solid ethical and environmental standards.

• Eco-Friendly Printing: We use 100% water-based printing inks, and your order will arrive in recyclable and compostable packaging.

All HIGH TEES products are hand drawn, designed and printed in Melbourne, Australia. 

Our garments are digitally printed and these super soft fabrics require some extra TLC. As a result of cleaning, some fading may occur over time, most notably the darker shades in the print.

Fading can be minimised by following the care instructions below:

• Hand-wash or gentle machine cycle (inside out)
• Cold water only
• Mild phosphate free detergent recommended
• Line dry in shade
• Do not tumble dry