Reviewed by Rehan Anandakumar (Web Content Team)
The Junior Nationals (Zonals) Badminton Championship, held from September 9th to 13th at the KMC Indoor Stadium and from September 17th to 19th at the Badminton Court of St. Anthony’s College, proved to be an excellent opportunity for TCK’s emerging badminton players. Over fifty-five school’s young athletes participated in many categories for their outstanding talent, tenacity, and sportsmanship.
Exceptional Feats
The competition featured remarkable performances by the following Trinity players:
Under 11 Boys Singles:
- T.M.W.M.S. Wijayathunga: Runner-up
- Ishith Wimalaratna: Quarterfinalist
Under 13 Boys Singles:
- Seth Wijayaratna: Semifinalist
Under 13 Boys Doubles:
- Seth Wijayaratna / Nishith Wimalaratna: Runner-up
- Thisas Bandara/Senula Wijethunga – Semifinalist
- Abrar Akmal/Inura Sandul – Quarterfinalist
Under 17 Boys Singles:
- D.S.H. Ranasinghe: Runners up
- P.G. Dissanayake: Semifinalist
- Vidath Peera: Quarterfinalist
Under 17 Boys Doubles
- D.S.H Ranasinghe
- P.G Dissanayake
Under 19 Boys Doubles:
- Thenula Ratnayake: Runner-up
- O.W.G.S Dhananjaya: Runner-up
Under 19 Boys Singles:
- Thenula Ratnayake: Champion
Onward to Nationals
With all the listed players qualifying for the 52nd Junior Nationals Badminton Championship 2024, Trinity College Kandy has proven to be a powerhouse for young badminton talent. The team’s performance at the zonal level is a testament to their hard work, perseverance, and the exceptional training provided by their coaches.
We wish the players the very best of luck as they prepare to compete on the national stage. May they continue to shine and bring glory to Trinity College Kandy.
