Over 1,500 athletes to vie at ISAC 2026 Meet

Over 1,500 athletes are set to participate in the 24th International Schools’ Athletic Championship (ISAC) 2026, which will be held on February 21 and 22 at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Sports Complex in Diyagama.

First held in 2001, ISAC has evolved into the flagship sporting event on the international schools’ calendar, showcasing the athletic excellence of students from 22 leading international schools across the country.

ISAC 2026 will be conducted in accordance with TISSL rules and regulations and the International Athletics Federation competition rules. All athletes will compete using a common identity card issued by TISSL, the association representing member international schools.

The ISAC has played a pivotal role in advancing competitive sport among international schools, leaving behind an enduring legacy that has contributed significantly to the development of athletics in Sri Lanka.

“ISAC has become an important platform for nurturing talented athletes and showcasing junior athletes of international repute,” Director of the Gateway Group, Ramantha Alles said during a media briefing in Colombo.

“The standard of athletics among international schools has steadily progressed with several athletes advancing to national and international levels, contributing to high-quality competition.”

Source -  Sunday Observer