Doug Crawford - 2026 UNSW Alumni Awards Winner of The Chancellor's Award in Memoriam

"It's important that we learn to win gracefully, and lose gracefully, and that's what helps our civilisation develop".

This year, Doug Crawford has been awarded The Chancellor's Award in Memoriam in the UNSW Alumni Awards.

Doug Crawford (1933–2025) was a pioneering leader and servant of UNSW Sport. His connection with UNSW began in 1951 as an engineering student, founding member of the Boat and Rifle Clubs, and talented sprinter. After injury ended his Olympic aspirations, he became athletics team manager at the 1956 Melbourne intervarsity.

From 1954 to 1967, Doug served as secretary, treasurer and president of the UNSW Sports Association, remaining its longest-serving president. He helped establish the Injury Assistance Scheme, championed the Link Building and created the Ben Lexcen Scholarship.

A mentor and leader, Doug’s legacy continues through generations of student athletes.

Experience Doug's story through those who loved him here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/alumni/our-impact/alumni-awards


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