University of New South Wales Cricket Club is a

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club associated with the

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, Australia. They are also known as the Bumble Bees and play in the

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competition. They were founded in 1951, beginning in the Municipal and

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competition and entered the Sydney Grade Cricket competition in 1973. In the current season, 2018 to 2019, UNSWCC has fielded five graded sides plus one in the Metropolitan Cup competition, which is akin to 6th grade. It also has a First Grade Limited over plus T20 sides. In addition to these, Poidevin-Gray and A.W. Green Shield sides represent the UNSWCC and are development pathways for emerging young talent. The University offers a range of scholarships for commencing students who are involved in the club, "both on and off the field".

Notable players

In the club's history, there have been several notable players. These include: * Tom Cooper *

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* David Dawson * Tim Lang * Geoffrey 'Henry' Lawson * Katie Mack *

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* {{University of New South Wales Sydney Grade Cricket clubs University of New South Wales student organisations Cricket clubs established in 1973 1973 establishments in Australia University and college sports clubs in Australia

Notable players

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