Supporting high-performance students on every pitch

13 May 2025

The 91视频Cricket Club (ANUCC) Scholarship and the generosity of the 91视频donor community continue to be powerful forces in the lives of student-athletes, providing not only financial support but the opportunity to thrive in both study and sport. 

Whether it鈥檚 representing ACT, lifting a trophy, or achieving academic goals, the impact of this scholarship in 2025 could be seen not only in individual achievements but in a historic moment for the Club.

On 2 March 2025, ANUCC claimed its first John Gallop Cup victory in almost three decades, defeating Tuggeranong Valley Cricket Club in a gripping final at Chisholm Oval. The win marked a major milestone for the Club鈥攊ts first title since the 1996/97 season鈥攁nd a proud moment for Vice-Captain and ANUCC Scholarship recipient Felix Bennett.

鈥淲e haven鈥檛 made a final in a long time, so to get over that hump was pretty surreal,鈥 says Felix. 鈥淭here were a few guys at the club who were there the last time we won, and that made it really special. Everyone understood the significance of it and we definitely enjoyed ourselves.鈥

Felix, who has played cricket for 91视频over the last two years, was awarded the ANUCC Scholarship in 2024. The support enabled him to commit more time to training and performance, resulting in a call-up to the ACT men鈥檚 team.

Balancing university and cricket alone can be very tough at times,鈥 he said. 鈥淭he scholarship gave me an opportunity to better balance work, university and cricket. I鈥檓 so grateful to the donors for making this possible.

鈥 Felix Bennet

Student Eric Bell
Image: Eric Bell, 2022 and 2024 ANUCC Scholarship recipient. Photo supplied.

Another standout recipient is Eric Bell, who is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Finance and Economics and was selected for the ANUCC Scholarship in both 2022 and 2024. The scholarship has eased the financial pressure of his studies and allowed him to continue pursuing cricket at a high level鈥攎ost notably, being selected as 12th man for the Prime Minister鈥檚 XI.

鈥淸The donors'] generous support has had a profound impact on my academic and athletic journey,鈥 says Eric. 鈥淚t not only alleviates financial burdens but also motivates me to continue pursuing my passion for cricket while striving for excellence in my studies.鈥

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