Why the Trophy Matters More Than the Prize Money
At the end of a long season — 14 league matches, playoff semifinals, a final played in 95-degree heat — the players who gathered every Sunday morning for months don't remember the stats. They remember who held the trophy. A cricket trophy is the physical anchor of a season's worth of effort. It lives on a shelf, in a clubhouse display case, or on a player's desk, reminding them of the catch they took at deep midwicket to seal the semifinal.
For league organizers, tournament directors, and club presidents: choosing the right trophy is a statement about what your competition values. A 20-inch player-batting trophy on a wooden base says "this was serious." An 8.5-inch stumps-and-ball trophy says "this was fun." And there's a right time for both. This guide covers every cricket trophy and award product we stock at TopCricketStore, plus practical advice on sizing, engraving, and presentation.
How to Choose: Trophy Size and Design for Your Event
7-8.5 inches: Perfect for individual awards within a team — Player of the Match, Best Bowler, Most Improved Player. These fit on a desk or bookshelf without dominating the space. At $9.99 each, you can afford to buy 10-15 for an end-of-season awards ceremony.
15 inches: The sweet spot for league division winners and tournament runner-up trophies. Large enough to feel substantial in photos but not so big that it's awkward to carry or display. The globe design at this size is especially popular — it gives the trophy a "world championship" aesthetic without the price tag of a custom 24-inch trophy.
20 inches: The championship trophy. This goes to your league winner, your T20 final champion, or your club's Player of the Year. At this size, the trophy commands attention in a clubhouse display case and photographs well in team celebration shots. The player-batting design at 20 inches shows a detailed metal figure mid-stroke — it's the trophy people pose with.
Every Cricket Trophy We Stock
| Trophy | Height | Design | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars, Stump & Ball | 7 inches | Stars + stumps + bat | $9.99 |
| Stumps, Bat & Ball | 8.5 inches | Stumps + bat + ball | $9.99 |
| Shield, Stump & Bat | 8.5 inches | Shield + stumps + bat | $9.99 |
| Trophy With Globe | 15 inches | Globe + cricket motif | $39.99 |
| Player Batting Trophy | 20 inches | Batsman mid-stroke | $49.99 |
Stars, Stump & Ball — 7 inches ($9.99): The smallest and most affordable trophy in our range. A gold-finish metal trophy with stars surrounding a central cricket motif (stumps, bat, and ball). The wooden base is dark-stained and has a gold nameplate area for engraving. Ideal for: Player of the Match awards, junior cricket recognition, and participation trophies for youth leagues.
Stumps, Bat & Ball — 8.5 inches ($9.99): Slightly taller than the 7-inch version with a more detailed cricket motif. The stumps are individually cast (three distinct stumps with bails), and the bat leans against them at a natural angle. This is our most popular trophy for club-level awards — it's recognizably cricket-specific at a glance and the price means you can buy 10-15 for an awards night without breaking the budget.
Shield, Stump & Bat — 8.5 inches ($9.99): Same height as the stumps-and-ball version but with a shield as the primary design element. The shield shape provides more engravable surface area than the other designs — you can fit the player name, award title, and season year without crowding. Best choice when the engraving needs to carry more text (e.g., "Player of the Year 2026 — NJ Cricket League Division 2").
Globe Trophy — 15 inches ($39.99): The step up to "serious competition" territory. A gold globe sits atop a tiered column with cricket motifs (bat and ball) on the base. The globe design works particularly well for multi-team tournaments and leagues with international player bases — it visually represents the global nature of cricket. The column and base provide generous space for engraving the tournament name, winning team, and season details.
Player Batting Trophy — 20 inches ($49.99): The flagship. A detailed metal figure of a batsman mid-stroke stands atop a tall, tiered column on a substantial wooden base. At 20 inches, this is the trophy that anchors a clubhouse display. The figure is cast with enough detail that you can see the batsman's stance, the bat's follow-through, and the pads. This is the trophy for your league champion, your T20 premier division winner, or your club's annual Best Player award. Buy one per season and build a legacy — a display case with five of these, each engraved with a different year and winner's name, tells your club's story better than any website ever could.
Engraving: How to Get It Right
All our trophies have metal nameplates on the wooden base suitable for engraving. Most local trophy shops and some jewelers offer engraving services for $5-15 per plate. What to include on the plate:
Minimum: Award name + Winner name + Year. Example: "Best Bowler — Raj Mehta — 2026"
Recommended: Add the league or club name. Example: "NJ Cricket League Div 2 — Best Bowler — Raj Mehta — 2026"
Full: Include the key stat if it's a performance award. Example: "NJCL Div 2 — Best Bowler — Raj Mehta — 22 wickets @ 12.4 — 2026"
Order trophies at least 2 weeks before your awards ceremony — this gives you time for engraving and for any shipping adjustments.
FAQ
Can I order custom trophies with our league logo?
The Raydn trophies we stock are standard designs. For custom trophies with your league or tournament logo, contact us directly — we can connect you with manufacturers who do custom metal casting and engraving. Minimum orders for custom trophies typically start at 25-50 units.
How do I ship trophies without them breaking?
All our trophies ship in padded boxes with secure foam inserts that hold the trophy in place. The metal figures are wrapped separately from the base in the larger models (15-20 inches). Assemble when you receive — the figure screws into the base with a threaded rod. Takes 2 minutes per trophy.
What's the right trophy for a junior/youth league?
The 7-inch and 8.5-inch models at $9.99 are perfect for junior cricket. At this price, you can afford to give every player a participation trophy and still have budget for performance awards (Best Batter, Best Bowler, Most Improved). Kids care about getting a trophy — the size matters less than the fact that they have something to take home.
Do you sell medals as well as trophies?
We stock one medal option — check our Trophies collection for current availability. Medals work well alongside trophies: give medals to the runner-up team (something to remember the season) and the trophy to the champion. For junior leagues, a medal + certificate combination is often preferred over trophies for participation awards.
Real Talk: From Our Edison NJ Store
We've supplied trophies for US cricket leagues from New Jersey to California. The pattern we see most: leagues buy 3-5 of the 20-inch Player Batting trophies for their top divisions, 8-10 of the 15-inch Globe trophies for lower divisions and special awards, and 20-30 of the 8.5-inch trophies for individual performance awards across all teams. If you're organizing a tournament or league awards night, call us at 1-732-250-3598 — we'll help you figure out quantities and ensure everything arrives before your ceremony. Free shipping on orders $100+ in the continental US.