Stuart Broad; world-class cricketer, author and now doctor of law.
The 29-year-old 6ft 6in fast bowler took a record eight wickets in one day back in August, in England’s Ashes triumph over the Australians, cementing his name in cricketing history.
And he has something else to put up next to his Ashes trophy – a degree, which he received today from the University of Nottingham.
You’re never too far from success
Broad joins a very exclusive set of people to have received the accolade from the university, including Rebecca Adlington, chef Sat Bains and Brian Clough.
He also revealed being on his home ground of Trent Bridge helped him seal England’s crushing summer victory.
He said: “I think a lot of sport is about being in your comfort zone.
“Feeling comfortable in your environment is important, there are a lot of mental techniques and training involved before games start to make sure that when you deliver or face your first ball you feel calm and relaxed.”
Video: Stuart Broad talks about his latest honour
The start to the year could have been better for Broad, after England were knocked out of the Cricket World Cup prematurely.
He said: “It highlights the ups and downs in professional sport. You can go from the disappointment of getting knocked out a world cup to just a few months later, lifting the Ashes urn.
“It certainly encourages you to look forward and take the positive option, because you can have setbacks in your career but you’re never too far from success.”
Broad will have no time to relax this Christmas, with England’s tour of South Africa beginning on Boxing Day.
