Salisbury student secures dream job weeks after graduating
Will Hewlett, who completed his BA (Hons) in Sports Journalism at Southampton Solent University in 2025, was chosen as one of the eight rising talents in broadcasting to host the national cricket competition, The Hundred.
Will Hewlett will present at the Utilita Bowl fixtures after receiving mentorship and participating in a two-day workshop.
His role begins on Sunday, August 10.
Will said: "I'm immensely proud and very excited to be the rising host for the Southern Brave in this year's edition of The Hundred.
"It will be fast-paced and full of energy, something I'm looking forward to influencing."
The Southampton Solent University alumnus attributes his success to the support he received from the university.
He found out about his new role through his course and used the University's equipment to create his application.
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The Southampton Solent University graduate attributes his success to the support he received from his alma mater (Image: Supplied) His degree also provided him with practice-led experience, which bolstered his confidence in pursuing his new role.
He said: "I felt slightly nervous but ultimately confident due to the reassurance and practice I had whilst studying sports journalism at Solent."
This is not Will's first success in the industry.
In 2024, he was supported by his lecturers to travel to Augusta, Georgia, to report on the Masters – the biggest golf championship in the world.
Will Cope, the interim head of film and media at Solent, said: "This is a fantastic achievement for Will.
"He beat a huge amount of competition to land this role, which is a testament to him and his attitude to his craft.
"He is very well placed to make a serious impact on the sports journalism industry, and the latest in a long line of very fine graduates from Solent University."
Speaking on his successes, Will said: "It really feels like a door has opened at the right time, straight after graduating.
"I'm very thankful for that."
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