ACS Journalism Scholarship
Our ACS Journalism Scholarship is offered annually to a sports media student or emerging writer and is run with the support of Holmesglen TAFE, courtesy of Simone Wearne, who is the Course Leader for Sports Degrees. See below for past Scholar’s experiences and links to all our Scholar’s published articles.
Our Journalism Scholar each year is mentored by successful Journalist and Author John Harms. John is also the editor of The Footy Almanac https://www.footyalmanac.com.au/ .
The scholarship program is coordinated by ACS Vice-President, Keiran Croker.
Our 2026 Scholar is Liam Grima. Below he tells us about himself.
“My name is Liam Grima. I am 19 years old and currently studying a Bachelor of Sports Media at Holmesglen Institute of Tafe in Melbourne.
I have a strong interest in journalism, broadcasting and content creation. My interests and hobbies are focussed on sport – I love all things cricket which includes playing for the Mulgrave Cricket Club, competing in the Eastern Cricket Association, alongside my studies in sports media,
I am also a diehard Western Bulldogs supporter in the AFL.”
Past ACS Journalism Scholar’s Experiences:
2024 scholar, Liam McCullagh:
“In 2024, I was selected as the Australian Cricket Society’s Literary Journalism Scholar, working under the mentorship of Keiran Croker and John Harms.
The scholarship provided a unique opportunity to write feature stories, personal cricket anecdotes and opinion pieces on topical issues within the game.
Through this experience, I developed stronger critical thinking skills, greater confidence and the ability to deliver in-depth analysis.
These skills have directly translated into my professional work as a journalist with the Colac Herald and Ace Radio.
It was a great experience and I thoroughly recommend it to anyone thinking of applying.”
From our 2023 scholar, Kobe Jacobs:
“Being able to write for the Australian Cricket Society was a very enjoyable experience. Writing during a year when the Australian Men’s team had the Ashes, World Test Championship and ODI World Cup all at stake, made writing each piece much more stimulating. Getting to work under John Harms, who was a great mentor was advantageous.”
Our 2022 scholar Sam Coulson said:
“My time in the ACS has been wonderful. I have not only improved my writing ability but have been consumed by many great stories from legends of the game.”
Our inaugural scholar (2021), Donal Wilson said:
“To learn about writing has been a big step forward in my journalism career. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the ACS dinners and luncheons getting the opportunity to meet former international cricketers, and fellow ACS members.
However, it’s been interviewing the players and writing their stories that I’ve enjoyed the most.“
For more information or to apply for future scholarships, contact us at info@australiancricketsociety.com.au
Past Scholars
2021 Donal Wilson
2022 Sam Coulson
2023 Kobe Jacobs
2024 Liam McCullagh
2025 Lorenzo Di-Mauro Hayes
2026 Liam Grima
Inaugral Scholar Donal Wilson with Ken Piesse, noted Author, Sports Journalist and former ACS President.
Our ACS Journalism Scholar Written Articles
Ron Luff’s Love for the Burwood Cricket Club
by Kobe Jacobs, ACS Literary Scholar Ron Luff holds the record for having played the most games at the Burwood Cricket Club, a club which has seen many players over its 150-year history. Luff still remains heavily involved with the cricket club due to his family ties....
Hyde’s incredible journey through the game of cricket
by Kobe Jacobs, ACS Literary Scholar Phillip Hyde has been able to rub shoulders with some of Victoria’s finest cricketers, having played ten first-class games for the mighty Vics in the mid-1980s. Born and bred in Glen Waverley, his house was only a short walk away...
50 years in and still going strong for Terry Allinson
by Kobe Jacobs, ACS Literary Scholar Terry Allinson knows more than a thing or two about local cricket in the city of Melbourne. His path in the game is one that has involved many clubs, as well as many great memories. Reflecting on the trek, Allinson’s memory gets “a...
Aussies Finish Down But Not Disgraced
by Kobe Jacobs, ACS Literary Scholar Three consecutive tests filled with captivating cricket were ultimately fizzled out in the final and fourth Test match in Ahmedabad. In a fascinating series that featured batting collapses, tricky wickets and mesmerising spin...
Aussies Bounce Back In Tremendous Fashion
by Kobe Jacobs, ACS Literary Scholar That’s now three Tests wrapped up within three days of play in the Border-Gavaskar series, which really is quite extraordinary, but not surprising given the tricky Indian conditions. Thanks to the excellent bowling of Nathan Lyon...
Delhi Disappointment – ACS Scholar’s Review of 2nd Test
by Kobe Jacobs, ACS Journalism Scholar 2023 An opportunity lost for the Australians. Disappointment is the only word that comes to mind when reflecting on what occurred on Day 3 of the Second Test in Delhi. Given the Australians seemed to be in a stronger position...
ACS Scholar’s Review of the Nagpur Test – AUS V IND
by Kobe Jacobs There’s plenty to ponder and potentially some soul-searching needed for Pat Cummins and the Australian Test team, following a humiliating defeat at the hands of India in the first Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The visitors’ batting collapse in...
Country boy creating a spin: Australia’s changing of the guard?
by Sam Coulson Over a decade ago, a 25-year-old Jason Krejza took eight wickets at Nagpur. Now it’s a 22-year-old country boy from Echuca on the Murray raising eyebrows. Todd Murphy, a right arm off-spin bowler who has played only seven first class matches for...
Literary Scholar Sam Coulson’s review of the Test Summer
by Sam Coulson The West Indies flew to Australia for the second time in a matter of months following their “fall from grace” exit from the T20 World Cup in October, failing to make the final group playoffs. The once fearsome T20 side was in ruins, with head coach Phil...
Wasim Akram – Gideon Haigh Lunch Review
by ACS Literary Scholar Sam Coulson From the little kid adored by his grandmother to the international superstar honoured by billions. Sultan is a story about the life of legendary cricket champion, Wasim Akram. The Australian Cricket Society had the privilege of...