In partnership with Altius Strategic Consulting LLC., the Arjun-Vohra Foundation unveiled the winners of the 2024 youth scholarships at the California Cricket Academy (CCA) Annual Awards Ceremony held recently.
Now in its ninth year, the scholarship program continues to recognize exceptional young cricketers, with an expanded focus on top-performing female players over the past three years.
Merit-based scholarships are awarded to CCA members in the U10, U12, U15, and Girls’ categories. Players with outstanding performances throughout the year in domestic and international cricket tournaments in the US and UK are honored annually.
Scholarship founders Kanika Vohra and Rajib Arjun, passionate advocates for youth cricket worldwide, presented the awards. Over the years, they have supported CCA players through sponsorships for tournaments and fellowships, furthering cricket’s growth among young athletes.
Scholarship Awards
Recipients received a citation, trophy, and a taxable cash prize:
- Girls’ Player of the Year: $750
- U10 Player of the Year: $500
- U12 Player of the Year: $500
- U13-15 Player of the Year: $750
- U15-19 Player of the Year: $1,000
2024 Scholarship Winners
- Girls: Akshara Anand
- U10: Pranav Velpula
- U12: Snehith Gupta Tatikonda
- U13-15: Parivridh Kaleru
- U15-17: Rishi Mekala
Hemant and Kinjal Buch, founders of the California Cricket Academy, expressed their gratitude, stating, “We sincerely appreciate Rajib and Kanika’s unwavering support for young boys and girls. These scholarships inspire players to push their boundaries and improve their skills. The support of the sponsors’ encouragement has significantly elevated cricket standards not just within CCA but across the country. We look forward to their continued support for years to come.”