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Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers

Motherland Honour & Service

28th September 2024 06:44:31 Hours

SAPPERS JUDO TEAM SHINES IN ARMY INTER REGIMENT JUDO CHAMPIONSHIP - 2024

Army Inter Regiment Judo Championship -2024 got underway on Wednesday, 22nd to 25th September 2024 at the Gymnasium of Army Physical Training School – Panagoda. Male and Female matches under various weight categories of the tournament featured fierce doubles competition, teams representing from the Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers, Sri Lanka Signals Corps, Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps, and Sri Lanka Army Women’s Corps.

Among the standout performers, female Judo teams, competed from the Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers showcased their exceptional skills and strategic gameplay throughout the competition where led them to a commendable runners up in the tournament, highlighting of hard work and commitment to excellence in the sport. Sappers female Judo team was represented by following players have won medals in the tournament.

  • L/Cpl Herath HMAD of 4(V) SLE –Gold Medal in 44Kg Weight Category

  • Spr Ranasinghe KGSU of 4(V) SLE – Gold Medal in 63Kg Weight Category and Bronze Medal in Open Category

  • Spr Jayasinghe THTN of 4(V) SLE – Bronze Medal in 44Kg Weight Category and 3rd Place in Open Category

  • Spr Senavirathne AVUP of 4(V) SLE – Silver Medal in 52 Kg Weight Category


The following male players have claimed medals in recognition of their exceptional performances.

  • L/Cpl Wijesinghe WASPU of 8 SLE – Bronze Medal in 90 Kg Weight Category

  • Spr Bandara UMJ of 1 SLE – Bronze Medal in 100Kg Weight Category

As the championship concluded, the Sappers Judo team emerged with pride, marking a significant milestone in their sporting journey. Their performance serves as a testament to the hard training and dedication that characterize the spirit of the Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers.