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Matale St.Thomas Under 16 Hockey Team emerge Champs

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St.Thomas College Matale emerged Champions with a 3-nil win against Ananda College Colombo in the final of the under-16 Boys All Island, division ” A ” Schools Hockey Championship 2023, organised and conducted by the Sri-Lanka Schools Hockey Association, under the guidance and supervision of the Ministry of Education, hosted by Polonnaruwa Royal College, played at the Royal College Polonnaruwa ground recently. 

In their league matches played, they beat Prince of Wales College Moratuwa by 2 goals to 1, Panadura Royal College by 3 goals to nil, and Vidyartha College Kandy by 3 goals to nil. Being Champions in their group and qualifying for the Knock out stage, they beat St. Aloysius College Galle by 3 goals to nil in the pre-quarter, St. Thomas College Mount Lavinia by 2 goals to nil in the quarter-final and Joseph Vaz College Wennappuwa by 1 goal to nil in the semi-final.

Qualifying to the final of the Cup Championship, they beat Ananda College Colombo by 3 goals to nil to emerge as Champions in the ” A ” division of the under 16 Schools all Island Hockey Tournament 2023, where the tournament was held for the first time in Polonnaruwa. Captain of Matale St Thomas, College, Sineth Wasalage was adjudged as the Best Player of the Tournament while M.B.M.D.M.B. Basnayake was adjudged as the best Player of the final.

Matale St. Thomas College has a rich name in the history of Hockey, which has produced many national caps Principal Dammika Hewawasam’s immense contribution and his generous support have been able to keep the name of the College going as in the past. MIC/Head Coach, Palitha Wasalage, who is also an ex-national Hockey cap along with Assistant Coach Chandana Ranathunga’s guidance will be a tower of strength to the youngsters.

The team comprises D.S.M. Wasalage ( Capt. ), M.B.M.D.M.B. Basnayake ( V. Capt.), A.G.M.Y. Premakumara, M.B.M.N.A.B. Basnayake, H.A.G.K. Hettiarachchi, W.M.Y.B. Wijethunga, D.S.P.B. Senanayake, B.R.A.M. Rajakaruna, M.W.W.S. Bandara, D.M.S.M.B. Dissanayake, H.M.A.D. Jayasekera, J.M.S.D.S. Jayasundera, P.G.P.S. Pushpakumara, H.A.Y.B. Thissera, P.M.S.K. Rathnayake, H.M.G.V.R. Herath, H.M.U.C.P. Herath, N.M.G.H.B. Kahawaththa, M.H.M.N.K. Bandara, L.R.M.P.S. Karunarathna

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Sri Lanka Shines at Thailand Open 2025 with 11-Medal Haul

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June 26, 2025

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The Sri Lankan athletics team wrapped up a remarkable campaign at the Thailand Open Athletics Championship 2025, securing an impressive 11 medals, including 6 golds, during the competition held from June 21 to 25 in Bangkok.

The Sri Lankan squad, made up of eight athletes—four men and four women—delivered standout performances across track and field events, making the nation proud on the international stage.

Leading the charge was Rusiru Chathuranga, who clinched double gold in the Men’s 800m and 1500m events. Vicknaraj Vakshan added to the tally with a gold in the 5000m and a silver in the 1500m, while W.K.L.A. Nimali matched that feat by claiming gold in the Women’s 800m and silver in the 1500m.

Madushani Herath showed her dominance in the field events, capturing gold in both the long jump and triple jump. Ayomal Akalanka earned silver in the Men’s 400m hurdles, and Wathsala Hapuarachchi took silver in the Women’s 100m hurdles. Safreen Ahmed contributed a bronze medal in the Men’s triple jump.

While seven out of eight athletes reached the podium, Amasha de Silva narrowly missed out, finishing fourth in the Women’s 100m final, showcasing a commendable performance.

The full team is expected to return to Sri Lanka today after a tour that highlights the depth of talent in local athletics and signals strong potential ahead of upcoming regional events

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Kingswood College Claims Hard-Fought Win Over Zahira in Week 3 of Schools Rugby League

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June 24, 2025

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Colombo – June 23:
Kingswood College, Kandy, came from behind to secure a gritty 27-18 victory over Zahira College, Colombo, in a Week 3 clash of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 played at Zahira College Grounds.

Despite trailing 11-10 at halftime, Kingswood regrouped and powered through in the second half, scoring 3 tries, 3 conversions, and 2 penalties to take home the win. Zahira fought valiantly with 2 tries, 1 conversion, and 2 penalties, but couldn’t match Kingswood’s consistency in the closing stages.

This win marks an important step for Kingswood in their league journey as they eye a stronger position in the 2025 standings.

Full-Time Score:
Kingswood College 27 (3T, 3C, 2P)
Zahira College 18 (2T, 1C, 2P)

📍 Venue: Zahira College Grounds, Colombo
📅 Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 – Week 3

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S. Thomas’ College Overpowers Mahanama in High-Scoring Rugby Battle – 50-35 Victory at Ratmalana

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Colombo – June 23:
In a thrilling Week 3 encounter of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025, S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia, showcased attacking brilliance to defeat Mahanama College by 50 points to 35 at the Ratmalana Air Force Grounds.

The Thomians dominated early, taking a 26-14 lead at halftime, and continued their momentum into the second half, finishing with 7 tries, 6 conversions, and a penalty to seal the win. Mahanama College put up a strong fight, scoring 5 tries and converting all 5, but couldn’t close the gap in the second half.

This match marks a significant step for S. Thomas’ in the league standings as they aim to continue their campaign with confidence and consistency.

Full-Time Score:
S. Thomas’ College 50 (7T, 6C, 1P)
Mahanama College 35 (5T, 5C)

📍 Venue: Ratmalana Air Force Grounds
📅 Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 – Week 3

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