93rd Ritzbury Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletic Championship concludes

Showcases the emerging talent of over 5,000 athletes across the country

The 93rd Ritzbury Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletic Championship 2025 came to an exciting close on 11 September at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium, Diyagama, after four days of spirited competition featuring over 5,000 senior athletes from schools around the island.

Organised by the Sri Lanka Schools Athletic Association and powered by Ritzbury, Sri Lanka’s number one chocolate brand by CBL Foods International (Pvt) Ltd., the championship was once again a premier platform for nurturing young athletic talent and uplifting the standard of sports in the country.

From 8 to 11 September, competitors took part in a wide range of track and field events including sprints, relays, hurdles, long jump, and javelin throw, delivering outstanding performances and demonstrating outstanding sportsmanship.

Maristella College, Thimbirigaskatuwa emerged as the Overall Champions in the Boys category, and Lyceum International School, Wattala claimed the Overall Champion title in the Girls category. The Runner‑Up positions went to St. Benedict's College, Colombo in the Boys category and A. Rathnayake Central College, Walala in the Girls category.

The coveted titles for Best Boys Athlete and Best Girls Athlete were awarded to Ayomal Akalanka of Ambagamuwa Central College and Jithma Wijethunga of Lyceum International School respectively, recognising their exceptional individual achievements.

Niluksha Bastiansz, General Manager, Marketing, CBL Foods International (Pvt) Ltd, said, “Ritzbury is proud to have been part of the Sir John Tarbat Senior Athletics Championship for over 13 years, standing shoulder to shoulder with the Sri Lanka Schools Athletics Association in our shared mission to inspire and empower the next generation of athletes. The championship is a celebration of talent, discipline, and the enduring spirit of the country’s youth. With more than 600 schools in attendance, by supporting these platforms we are helping to shape future sporting champions and build well‑rounded individuals who will contribute positively to the country.”  

Ritzbury’s commitment to developing the next generation of athletes extends across multiple disciplines, with the brand consistently powering platforms that nurture young talent and strengthen its position as a leader in youth sports in Sri Lanka.

01 Image: Maristella College, Thimbirigaskatuwa, celebrates their achievement as the Overall Boys Champions 

02 Image: Lyceum International School, Wattala, celebrates their achievement as the Overall Girls Champions 

03 Image: Ayomal Akalanka of Ambagamuwa Central College, awarded as the Best Boy’s Athlete

04 Image: Jithma Wijethunga of Lyceum International School, awarded as the Best Girl’s  Athlete