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Navy wins women’s championship in 12th Defence Services Hockey Tournament
The women’s hockey team of the Sri Lanka Navy won the women’s championship in 12th Defence Services Hockey Tournament 2022/23. The tournament was held at the Sri Lanka Air Force Hockey Ground, Ekala on 23rd June 2023.
26 Jun 2023
Western Naval Command wins overall championship in Inter-command Table Tennis Tournament
The Inter-command Table Tennis Tournament was held at the Commander Parakrama Samaraweera Memorial Indoor Sports Complex from 20th to 24th June 2023. Showcasing their exceptional table tennis skills, the men’s and women’s championship titles were won by the Western Naval Command. Meanwhile, the Northern Naval Command became runners up in both men’s and women’s categories.
25 Jun 2023
Training Command showcases promising talents in Inter-command Triathlon Championship
In an exhilarating display of athleticism, the Inter-command Triathlon Championship unfolded at the Naval Dockyard and Sandy Bay beach on 18th June 2023. The event was graced by the Deputy Area Commander Eastern Naval Area, Commodore Mahesh De Silva. Showcasing the remarkable physical prowess and competitive spirit, the Training Command won both men’s and women’s overall team championships in the Inter-command Triathlon Championship.
23 Jun 2023
Gold medal winning Navy athletes recognized with cash prizes as token of appreciation
Sri Lanka Navy gold medalists in international athletic meets – Woman Petty Officer Gayanthika Abeyrathne and Able Seaman SMASM Subasinghe, with their medals and awards, met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (20th June 2023). Appreciative of their performances, which brought a lot of credit to the motherland, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, who is also the President of Sri Lanka Navy Sports Board, awarded cash prizes to both athletes and encouraged them to pursue their sporting career.
20 Jun 2023
Southern Zone lifts Commander of the Navy’s Cup in limited over cricket tournament
The Southern Zone emerged champions of the Commander of the Navy’s Cup limited over (50) cricket tournament. The final encounter of the tournament was held between the Southern and Northern Zone teams at the Welisara Cricket Ground on 09th June 2023. The occasion was graced by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera as the Chief Guest.
10 Jun 2023
Navy swimming teams secure championship and runner-up titles in 12th Defense Services swimming and water polo tournament
The swimming and water polo tournament of the 12th Defense Services Games was held at the swimming pool of SLNS Gemunu from 05th to 09th June 2023. In an impressive display of aquatic prowess, the Sri Lanka Navy women’s team won the swimming championship of the tournament. Meanwhile, the men’s team also secured the runner-up position.
10 Jun 2023
Western Naval Command emerge Inter Command Cricket Champions 2023
The final of Navy Inter Command Cricket Champions 2023 was held at the Welisara Navy Cricket Ground on 04th May 2023. Commander Western Naval Area, Rear Admiral Suresh De Silva graced the final of the tournament, as the Chief Guest. After the final encounter of the tournament, the Western Naval Command has clinched the prestigious title of Inter-Command Cricket Champions.
28 May 2023
Navy wins BASL Novices Boxing Tournament
The Sri Lanka Navy boxing team emerged as the undisputed champions of the Novices Boxing Tournament 2023, organised by the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL). Throughout the tournament, the Navy boxers displayed remarkable agility, precision, and power in the ring and won 10 gold medals, 03 silver medals and 06 bronze medals.
27 May 2023
Navy clinch women’s title in 12th Defence Services Soccer Championship
The Soccer Championship of the 12th Defence Services Games was held from 03rd to 22nd May 2023 at the Race Course Ground, Colombo. In a thrilling finale, the women’s team of the Navy emerged victorious, claiming the highly coveted championship title. In addition, the Navy men’s soccer team also managed to secure the runner-up title.
24 May 2023
Training Command wins Inter Command Handball Championship
The Inter Command Handball Championship was held from 18th to 21st May 2023 at the sports ground of SLNS Pandukabhaya in the North Central Naval Command. In a thrilling display of skill and athleticism, the Training Command emerged victorious in the tournament, securing the prestigious title.
22 May 2023