Trinity College, Kandy emerged as the Kandy District Champions at the Samaposha Under-14 Football Tournament held on 14 and 15 November 2025 at the Dangolla Ground in Kandy. The competition brought together 35 teams from across the district, creating a spirited atmosphere.
The team began the tournament with a steady 2 to 0 win against Gateway College, Kandy. They followed this with a commanding 9 to 0 victory over Udawalawa M. V. In their third match, Trinity faced a close contest against Jabbar College and secured the result through a penalty shootout.
The semi-final saw Trinity record a 3 to 0 win over Zahira College after a composed performance. In the final, the boys claimed a hard-fought 1 to 0 victory against Kalugamuwa M. V., earning the District Championship title.
With this result, Trinity College has qualified for the All-Island Football Championship. The team’s performance across the two days reflected their preparation and commitment.
Master Puneeth Silva was recognised as the Best Goal Scorer of the tournament after scoring 10 goals.
The team comprised captain Master Puneeth Silva along with Master Joshua Perera, the goalkeeper, and Masters Nithil Bandara, Dehan Welgamage, M. M. M. Ayyub, Gimhana Kodithuwakku, Rishon Praesoody, Thiviru Jayaruk, Amanda Vithanage, Ashmal Nawshad, Eeman Munaz, Sanija Kannangara, Aradya Udurawana, Thivaharan Kabisith, Ayaan Rizni and Roshan Haroon.
We extend our thanks to the coaches, Mr Neranjan Thilakarathne and Mr Roshan Manuja, and to Mr Chamila Udayakantha, the Goalkeeper Coach, for their guidance throughout the season. We also thank Mrs Bimali Wijerathne for her support as Teacher in Charge.
