- Written by: Chinthaka Wijethunge
- Category: Cricket
Three students from St. Anne's College have qualified to participate in the 2023 Under 17 Sri Lankan Youth League Cricket Tournament. The triad consists of Buddhima Sahan, Geethika De Silva, and Yashmin Jayasundara, all of whom will be representing the Dambulla Team.
The tournament, organized by the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association, is scheduled to commence on August 21st and will take place across four venues in Colombo. The final will be held on August 29th at the NCC Ground.
Among the trio, Geethika, who also participated in the Under 19 category of the League earlier this year, finds himself in a busy schedule as he'll be playing a warm-up match against the West Indies Under 19 Team on August 25th, which overlaps with the League's schedule.
The Dambulla Team, to which our players belong, is set to face off against Colombo South, Galle, Kandy, and Colombo North on August 22nd (at SSC Ground), 24th (at CCC Ground), 25th (at Bloomfield), and 27th (at Moors), respectively.
We extend our best wishes to all our players, hoping that they will shine with their talents during this League.
- Written by: Chinthaka Wijethunge
- Category: Dear Departed
We are deeply saddened by the sudden and tragic loss of Aircraft Engineer and Flying Officer Peshan Warnasooriya from the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), who was an alumnus of St. Anne's College.
The tragic incident occurred when the trainer aircraft carrying Peshan crashed shortly after takeoff from the Sri Lanka Air Force Academy in China Bay, Eastern Province. Also on board was Wing Commander Tharindu Herath, an alumnus of our neighboring Maliyadeva College, who faced the same fate as Peshan.
He was an old boy from the 2015 batch and joined the Sri Lanka Air Force just 2 years after leaving the College. He also completed his higher education at the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University.
Peshan, as an Air Force officer, soared the skies above to keep us safe on the ground. His memory will forever remain in our hearts, just as the vast sky above.
May the brave souls of our dear Peshan Warnasooriya and Tharindu Herath from Maliyadeva Rest in Peace and attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of both as we offer our final tributes.
- Written by: Chinthaka Wijethunge
- Category: Old Boys
Roshan Pinnapola, a 2019 alumnus of St. Anne's College, recently underwent critical brain surgery due to bursting of a clot. During this procedure, a portion of his skull had to be removed. Now, he requires another surgery to reattach the removed portion of his skull. To make this possible, Roshan urgently needs 7 Lakhs before August 25.
It is our moment to stand by our old boy and extend our helping hand. You can contribute by sending your donations to the following accounts:
● Hatton National Bank, Kurunegala Branch
○ Account Number: 019020106091
○ Bank Code: 7083, Branch Code: 019
○ Name: P A J R Pinnapola
● People’s Bank, Kurunegala Branch
○ Account Number: 012100140418470
○ Name: Old Boys' Association St. Anne's College Kurunegala
As Annites, we have always been there for one another in times of need, haven't we? Your generous contribution will make a significant difference. Together, let's support our dear Roshan during this challenging time. It's time to donate!
- Written by: Chinthaka Wijethunge
- Category: Sports and Extracurricular
Our student, Dinidu Samaranayake, will represent Sri Lanka in the upcoming 2023 World Scout Jamboree, which will be taking place from August 2nd to 12th at Saemangeum, South Korea.
The World Scout Jamboree is held every four years and brings together thousands of Scouts and leaders from around the world. It is organized by the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM), which is the governing body of the global Scouting movement.
This year marks the 25th edition of the Jamboree, and we congratulate Dinidu for winning the rights to attend this prestigious event.
- Written by: Chinthaka Wijethunge
- Category: Sports and Extracurricular
The North Western Provincial Schools Swimming Championship, held in conjunction with the 2023 National Schools Games, concluded with St. Anne's College swimming athletes securing a total of 9 awards, comprising of 2 first places, 4 second places, and 3 third places.
The event was organized by the Education Ministry of the North Western Province and held at the Sir. Albert F Peiris Sports Complex in Wennappuwa.