Middlesex University Dubai and V3 Global Holdings collaborate to sponsor S. Thomas’ College rugby
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V3 Global Holdings in partnership with Middlesex University Dubai has come forward the S. Thomas’ College Mount Lavinia First XV rugby team for the ongoing season of 2023. The sponsorship handover ceremony, held last week, attended by the Warden of S. Thomas’ and the school administration, as well as representatives from Middlesex University Dubai and V3 Global Holdings LLC. The event celebrated the shared values of excellence, teamwork, and commitment to personal growth and development that are at the core of these institutions.
Middlesex University Dubai has a strong legacy of promoting sports and nurturing young talent while V3 Global Holdings LLC, a prominent global conglomerate, is equally dedicated to supporting initiatives that empower individuals and communities. With a focus on holistic education, both parties recognise the importance of fostering upcoming young personalities, leadership, and discipline through sports activities.
S. Thomas’, renowned for its rich heritage and commitment to holistic education, has a long-standing tradition of producing exceptional rugby players. The sponsorship of their rugby jersey by Middlesex University Dubai and V3 Global Holdings LLC further strengthens the bond between the institutions, to enrich opportunities for collaboration and exchange of knowledge.
“We are proud to support S. Thomas’ and its rugby team. This collaboration allows us to contribute to the development of young athletes, promote teamwork, and encourage the pursuit of excellence both on and off the field,” speaking on behalf of Middlesex University Dubai, Eranda Kulatunga expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership.
“V3 Global Holdings LLC is honoured to collaborate with Middlesex University Dubai and support S. Thomas’ rugby. Through this sponsorship, we aim to inspire and empower students to embrace the values of sportsmanship, dedication, and personal growth,” Kamal Gnanaratne, the Founder and Director Finance of V3 Global Holdings said.
The sponsorship handover ceremony concluded with a symbolic jersey presentation, symbolising the unity and shared vision between S. Thomas’, Middlesex University Dubai and V3 Global Holdings, and was attended by Warden of S. Thomas’ Rev. Marc Billimoria, Subwarden Asanka Perera, Director of Sports Dinesh Kumarasinghe, 1st XV Master in-Charge Lakmaal de Zoysa, 1st XV Head Coach Shamly Nawaz, 1st XV captain Viyaan de Silva as as well as representatives from V3 Global Holdings LLC; Group Managing Director and CEO Tharanga Bandara, Director – Investment Operations Kapila Gunasekara and Head of Middlesex University Dubai – Sri Lanka, Shenelle Perera.