DSS shuttlers create history
The Under-20 badminton team of D.S. Senanayake College made history by becoming champions of the All-Island National School Games 2023. They achieved this remarkable feat by defeating Royal College in the finals. The winning team was led by Sethum Perera and included Savinaka Weerasekara, Saneth Rodrigo, Bhanuka Rajapakshe, Shenal Godahewa, Lesan Algama, Ushan Prabashwara, Naveen Manthila and Tharuka Abhayaratne. The team was coached by Danusha Fernando, who was ably assisted by Sandun Fernando. The team’s victory was possible due to the dedication of the school authorities, namely Sampath Weragoda (Principal), Upul Nishantha (Deputy Principal) and Hasalika Jayawardana (Master-in-charge).