As a sport, cricket is gratefulto have quality people who give so much time and expertise to provide opportunities for people to play and love cricket. For many, the sport becomes ingrained as part of their lifestyle, a commitment spanning many years and across many aspects of the game, on field and off field.
As such, in season 2024/25, Cricket NSW launched the Community Distinguished Service Award, as a way to recognise those who have made long-standing contributions to cricket in New South Wales.
Since the award’s inception, 63 individuals from across the state have been recognised with the Cricket NSW Community Distinguished Service Award.
Looking ahead to season 2026/27, Cricket NSW will once again open nominations for the Community Distinguished Service Award, providing clubs and associations the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the lifelong contributions of volunteers and leaders within the game.
Eligibility
To be eligible for nomination in the 2026/27 season, nominees must:
- Have been involved in cricket in the NSW community for 25 years or more
- Reside in NSW
- Be active in season 2026/27 in at least one of the following roles:
- committee member, coach, Cricket Blast coordinator, team manager, scorer, umpire, groundskeeper, player.
- Restricted to one (1) person nominated per cricket organisation affiliated to NSW Cricket Association (i.e. Cricket NSW)
Clarifying note: being a member organisation of an Affiliate qualifies as being an affiliate of the NSW Cricket Association.
Questions? E: clubsupport@cricketnsw.com.au