PRESS RELEASE: MAS Athlete Training Academy Supports Sri Lanka's Rising Athletes

Colombo, March 31, 2025 – The MAS Athlete Training Academy, a key initiative of MAS Holdings, reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s sporting talent through a special sponsorship ceremony held today at Sri Lanka Olympic House. The event celebrated the provision of sports gears and per diem sponsorships to promising athletes and coaches who are going to attend the Asian Under 18 Athletics Championships Dammam, Saudi Arabia in April 2025, empowering them to pursue excellence in their respective disciplines.

 

The event commenced with an opening remark by Mr. Ruwan Keragala, Chief Operating Officer of MAS Intimates and Director of the MAS Athlete Training Academy. In his speech, he highlighted MAS Holdings’ dedication to fostering athletic development in Sri Lanka and underscored the company’s continued investment in young sports talents.

 

Mr. Suresh Subramaniam, President of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka, addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of corporate involvement in nurturing Sri Lanka’s future champions. His speech was followed by Olympian Sriyani Kulawansa, the President of the Sri Lanka Olympian Association, who praised the initiative and motivated the athletes with her invaluable experience to make the most of the support extended to them.

 

During the ceremony, the following athletes and coaches received sports gears and per diem sponsorships from the MAS Athlete Training Academy:

Athletes:

Shavindu Awishka

Iresh Bogoda

Shanuka Nethmal

Dhananjana Sewmini

Tharushi Pemasiri

Sansala Senevirathna

Sachini Maduhansika

Dilki Nehara

Rehan Perera

Coaches: Anuradha Nanayakkara and Buddika Nuwan

 

Following the sponsorship presentation, Mr. Isuru Gunaratne, Director of the MAS Athlete Training Academy, delivered closing remarks, reiterating MAS Holdings’ unwavering commitment to Sri Lankan sports and athlete development.

 

The MAS Athlete Training Academy continues to play a pivotal role in identifying and nurturing young athletes, equipping them with the necessary resources to compete at national and international levels. This initiative aligns with MAS Holdings’ broader vision of empowering Sri Lankan talent and fostering a culture of sporting excellence in the country.