Inaugural ‘Fondre’ Relay Olympiad on January 27
View(s):For the first time in Sri Lanka, 18 schools – both present and past athletes will participate in a Relay Carnival which will be conducted across eight age categories from Under-16 to Over-50. The girls’ schools invited to participate are St. Bridget’s Convent, Holy Family Convent, Good Shepherd Convent Kotahena, St. Lawrence’s Convent, Musaeus College, Bishop’s College, Ladies’ College, Methodist College, and Visakha Vidyalaya whilst the boys’ schools include St. Joseph’s College, St. Peter’s College, St. Benedict’s College, Wesley College, Royal College, S. Thomas’ College, Ananda College, Nalanda College and D.S. Senanayake College.
There will be 4x100m relays, medley relays and mixed relays and all participating schools and their alumni are expected to register their best relay teams. The organisers anticipate to host the event amidst a carnival atmosphere at Torrington with entertainment for participants and their supporters and schools alumni.
Fondre Fat Spread has come forward as the main sponsor for this inaugural Relay Olympiad which is also supported by Lanka Pay as the platinum sponsor, gold sponsors Anchor Hot Chocolate and Hemas Clogard Fresh and co-sponsors Link Natural Crampgard Plus.
This partnership by Fondre exemplifies Fondre’s dedication to promoting an active lifestyle while supporting the spirit of competition and camaraderie. This event will bring together the present and past athletes from all leading schools who are expected to compete with each other setting new standards whilst enjoying a carnival of relays.
“We are thrilled to be the main sponsor of the inaugural Relay Olympiad. Relays demand endurance, skill, and teamwork—values that resonate deeply with our brand. Through this collaboration, we hope to inspire a passion for sports and wellness, encouraging individuals to make health-conscious choices in their daily lives,” stated Hiranth Fernando, Head of Sales and Marketing at Pyramid Wilmar.
Fondre’s sponsorship of the Relay Olympiad, reflects the brand’s commitment to fostering community engagement and encouraging individuals to lead a healthy and balanced lifestyle. By partnering with this prestigious event, Fondre aims to inspire individuals of all ages to embrace the benefits of physical activity and make positive choices when it comes to their overall well-being.
The sponsorship cheque being handed over to the Joint Committee of Relay Olympiad, held at St. Bridget’s Convent premises. (Standing from left): Praveen Ferdinands, Sujith Silva, Sashini Wanniarachchi (Marketing Manager, Pyramid Wilmar), Nadeesha Chandrasekara (Head of Marketing, Pyramid Wilmar), Hiranth Fernando (Head of Sales and Marketing, Pyramid Wilmar), Dilani Yatawaka (Joint Chairperson, Relay Olympiad), Chrishantha Fernando (Joint Chairperson, Relay Olympiad), Ishara Gunawardena, Michael Fernandopulle, Himalee Madurasinghe and Dilshan Karunaratne