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Gateway triumphs over Ananda and Royal to clinch all-island basketball championship

by malinga
March 2, 2025 1:02 am 0 comment 45 views

Standing: Tevan Sella, Samuel Tsung, Ashane Thevarapperuma, Jehan Ranawaka, Navindu Waduwawela, Anujitha Samarasundara, Akain Vitanachi, Areeb Fareen, Nethum Mandilu Seated (Officials and Key Members): Fawzan Tariq - Basketball Coordinator (Boys), Ms. Jayanthi Somesekaram De Silva – Head of Sports, Gateway College, Colombo, Dulain Thevarapperuma – Captain, Dr. Harsha Alles - Chairman, Gateway Group, Jithen Kulatunga - Vice Captain, Tharindu Fernando - Head Coach, Suranji Peiris - Basketball Coordinator (Girls)

Gateway College, Colombo, emerged victorious at the Sri Lanka Schools’ Basketball Tournament 2024 – A Division (Boys Under 17), demonstrating their dominance on the court through a series of exceptional performances. Competing against 19 leading schools from across the country, Gateway College showcased outstanding teamwork, skill, and determination to secure the championship title.

The journey to the top began with a string of commanding victories in the first round, as Gateway triumphed over Mahanama College (67-31), S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia (55-49), St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa (64-36), and Loyola College, Negombo (87-63).

At the knockout stages, Gateway advanced to the semi-finals as Colombo International School forfeited their match. In a thrilling semi-final encounter against Royal College, Colombo, Gateway displayed remarkable resilience and composure under pressure, securing a hard-fought 57-50 victory to earn a spot in the final.

In the grand finale, Gateway delivered a champion’s performance, exhibiting remarkable skill, teamwork, and defensive solidity to overcome Ananda College, Maradana. With a commanding 68-52 victory, Gateway firmly established itself as the best Under 17 team in the A Division. The team’s stellar performance was further underscored by individual accolades: Ashane Thevarapperuma was named the Most Valuable Player, while Dulain Thevarapperuma received the Best Defensive Player award. Sudam Liyanage of Ananda College was recognized as the Best Offensive Player.

Final standings:
Champions: Gateway College, Colombo
Runners-up: Ananda College, Colombo
3rd Place: Royal College, Colombo

Gateway College Colombo’s triumph at the Sri Lanka Schools’ Basketball Tournament 2024 is a testament to the school’s dedication to nurturing young talent and fostering a culture of excellence in sports. This latest victory adds to the school’s proud legacy in basketball, continuing their success from last year’s All-Island Under 15 A Division Championship.

The team’s achievements have been bolstered under the expert guidance of Head Coach Tharindu Fernando, who has recently been appointed as the National Head Coach for Sri Lanka’s Under 16 team.

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