Steve Waugh
About
Steve Waugh's massive contribution to Australia's last World Cup victory further entrenched his status as one of cricket's most resilient and effective players.
Besides being one of Australia's most admired Captains, he has an enviable reputation as an author, writer and commentator. His work for Channel Nine and articles for publications such as the London Sunday Times have helped build his status as one of the game's shrewdest observers. The success of his six books made him Australia's best selling sports author.
Steve became the 40th captain of the Australian Test team in February 1999, at a time when he was officially rated the 'World's Number one batsman'.
He is a veteran of more that 100 Test matches, scorer of more than 7000 Test runs and 19 Test centuries, taker of 89 Test wickets and holder of many of Australia's one day cricket records. Steve has led the Australian Test team to their world record number of 16 consecutive wins.
His charity work, especially his patronage of the Udayan Children's home in Calcutta - India, Camp Quality and Cerebral Palsy Association in Australia, has given him a worthy reputation well beyond the realms of sport.
Awards and Accomplishments
Awards and Accomplishments
His astonishing sporting talents have been recognised with the awarding of the prestigious Alan Border Medal and the inaugural ‘Steve Waugh Medal’.
In 2003, Steve was awarded the Order of Australia’ for his services to both cricket and charity and in 2005 he was awarded the Australian ‘Father of the Year’.
Steve has an enviable reputation as an author, writer, and inspirational speaker and in 2007 threw himself even further into the public spotlight when he launched his charitable foundation in Australia.
He is only one of three Australians to have been invited to join the prestigious ‘Laureus World Sports Academy’ and only the 4th cricketer to be so honoured.
Steve is also working with young people in Australia, through his work as a patron of Camp Quality and the conductive Education Unit for the Spastic Centre of New South Wales.
Why Steve Waugh ?
Steve Waugh is world renowned for his sporting achievements, business acumen and commitment to philanthropy. His achievements have, and continue to earn him accolades, recognition and awards worldwide.People around the world love to hear about Steve Waugh’s journeys. He is a great humanitarian and brings hope to those in need. He is an inspirational speaker for many worldwide. He is considered an extraordinary Australian.
