Shan leads Trinity 1st XV rugby outfit

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Shan Althaf

By Shamseer Jaleel

Trinity College 2026 1st

XV rugby outfit will be led by 4th year coloursman Shan Althaf.

Shan made his debut at the senior level in 2023. He will have another 4th year coloursman, Nisith Kumarasinghe and 3rd year Coloursman Udan Wijekoon as his two deputy skippers.

Shan was the Vice-Captain of the unbeaten outfit at Under-16 level went on to win the All Island Invitation Sevens, Simithrarachchi Trophy and Tens champions in 2023 which was led by Udan Wijekoon. Shan also won several NDB Bank Player of the Match awards and recognition as Player of the Tournament in 2023.

Shan has done well in athletics and football as well. He captained the age-group teams and represented Sri Lanka at the Under-12 coaching camp in Barcelona, Spain.

Trinity under his leadership will be aiming to bring back the Bradby Shield to Central Hills in 2026.