MAS Athlete Training Academy supports Sri Lanka’s rising athletes

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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 the Sri Lanka Olympic House.

The event celebrated the provision of sports gear and per diem sponsorships to promising athletes and coaches who are going to attend the Asian U18 Athletics Championships in Dammam, Saudi Arabia in April 2025, empowering them to pursue excellence in their respective disciplines.

The event commenced with an opening remark by MAS Intimates Chief Operating Officer Ruwan Keragala, who highlighted MAS Holdings’ dedication to fostering athletic development in Sri Lanka and underscored the company’s continued investment in young sports talents. National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka President Suresh Subramaniam emphasised the importance of corporate involvement in nurturing Sri Lanka’s future champions. His speech was followed by that of Sri Lanka Olympian Association President Olympian Sriyani Kulawansa, 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 gear and per diem sponsorships from the MAS Athlete Training Academy: Shavindu Awishka, Iresh Bogoda, Shanuka Nethmal, Dhananjana Sewmini, Tharushi Pemasiri, Sansala Senevirathna, Sachini Maduhansika, Dilki Nehara and Rehan Perera, Anuradha Nanayakkara (coach) and Buddika Nuwan (coach).

Following the sponsorship presentation, MAS Athlete Training Academy Director Isuru Gunaratne 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.