Truist
Championship Cricket Bat Trophy
The Story
When the PGA Tour's Truist Championship moved to the historic Philadelphia Cricket Club, tournament organizers faced a unique opportunity to honor both the venue's heritage and golf's tradition of excellence. The Philadelphia Cricket Club's storied history demanded recognition that would celebrate the distinctive intersection of two beloved sports. Rather than a conventional golf trophy, they envisioned something that would capture the club's cricket legacy while maintaining the prestige expected of a PGA Tour championship.
The Design
Bennett Awards crafted an extraordinary trophy in the shape of a traditional cricket bat, transforming this iconic sporting symbol into a sophisticated championship award. The design honors the Philadelphia Cricket Club's dual sporting heritage while creating an instantly recognizable piece that stands apart from typical golf trophies. The cricket bat form maintains authentic proportions and details, elevated through premium materials and craftsmanship to worthy championship status.
The Craftsmanship
Each trophy was meticulously crafted to replicate the authentic cricket bat profile, including the distinctive blade taper and handle grip details that honor traditional cricket equipment. Each piece underwent finishing work to perfect the surfaces, followed by specialized treatments for optimal presentation quality. Personalized engraving was strategically positioned on the blade to maintain the bat's classic silhouette while incorporating tournament branding and winner recognition details.
The Impact
When Sepp Straka lifted this unique trophy as the 2025 champion, it created an unforgettable moment that honored both his golf achievement and the venue's cricket heritage. The distinctive cricket bat design generates immediate conversation and media attention, creating memorable brand moments for the Truist Championship that extend far beyond typical tournament coverage. Each year, this trophy serves as a conversation starter that connects golf fans to the Philadelphia Cricket Club's rich sporting history, working as a powerful storytelling device that differentiates the tournament from every other PGA Tour event while creating lasting connections between champions and this unique venue.