A thriving relationship has been strengthened with Murdoch University extending its term as Official Research and Education Partner of WA Cricket and Perth Scorchers until at least 2030.
WA Cricket & Murdoch renew enduring Partnership
The mutually beneficial partnership brings together two world-class, innovative Western Australian-based organisations to strengthen and develop opportunities aligned with key strategic priorities of both organisations.
Murdoch and WA Cricket have been key partners over many years. The longstanding agreement, first signed in 2011, promotes successful collaboration to support both organisations and the wider community, including course delivery with a focus on sport, business and leadership.
The renewed agreement ensures continued access to Murdoch playing fields by WA Cricket and Perth Scorchers staff and players, and overseeing the maintenance of the turf, surrounds and facilities.
The Murdoch University logo will also retain its position on the WA men’s and women’s training shirts and media polos.
Murdoch University has also partnered with WA Cricket to launch the Perth Scorchers Institute of Sport and Business, which offers a unique opportunity for students to turn their love of cricket into a career by studying business administration and sports science in a high-performance environment at the WACA Ground.
The year-long double Diploma of Sport and Business will take place at the Scorchers’ brand-new high-performance facilities at the WACA Ground, with the first intake of students in early-2026.
WA Cricket CEO, John Stephenson thanked Murdoch University for its unwavering support of WA Cricket, and dedication to advancing the exciting future of sport.
“Murdoch and WA Cricket have been key partners over many years, and it is fantastic to see that continue," Mr. Stephenson said.
“We look forward to partnering with Murdoch University on future education and research opportunities to continue to advance our great game."
Murdoch University Vice Chancellor & President, Professor Andrew Deeks said Murdoch is proud to be the official education and research partner for WA Cricket and Perth Scorchers.
“Murdoch University and WA Cricket have been partners for many years and this new Affiliation Agreement reflects the success we have achieved to date and the new opportunities for the future," Professor Deeks said.