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Thurstan College Shines at Commonwealth Youth Rapid Chess Championship 2026 — 4th Place International Triumph!

🏆 A Proud International Achievement for Thurstan College! 🇱🇰

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to
ACM Siriwardene R. B. Sithum Nevanjith (Grade 11)

for securing the 4th Place in the Under 16 Open Category at the prestigious Commonwealth Youth Rapid Chess Championship 2026.

Competing among talented young chess players representing several countries, Sithum has proudly carried the name of Thurstan College and Sri Lanka onto the international stage. 🌍♟️

Final Rankings Included:

  • 🥇 1st Place – Nalanda College, Sri Lanka
  • 🥈 2nd Place – India
  • 🥉 3rd Place – Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala
  • 🏅 4th Place – Thurstan College

Your dedication, intelligence, and fighting spirit have brought immense pride to our college community. We wish you many more victories and achievements in the future! 💙💛❤️

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A Golden Day in Thurstan College Chess History!

Today marks yet another proud milestone for Thurstan College.

Our very own Year 4 student, Janiru Netmitha Puthunuwan, has been crowned the Under-9 National Chess Champion 🇱🇰👏

This remarkable achievement is a testament to his talent, dedication, and hard work. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Janiru, his parents, coaches, and everyone who supported him on this incredible journey.

Proud to be Thurstanites!

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Western Province Individuals Chess Championship 2011 Opening Ceremony (Pictures)

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Chess – Past Captains

Chess Past Captions

Senior Captains

1973 R. Pulamure
1977 A. Boteju
1981 R. M. Habarakada
1985 G. A. P. Rajarathna
1987 N. K. Dasanayaka
1990-1991 Singha Manawadu
1991-1992 H. S. De Alwis
1996-1997 B. P. T. S. De Silva
1998-1999 J.S. Siriwardena
1999-2000 S. N. Satharasinghe

Junior Captains

1977 R. H. Habarakada
1981 C. N. Opatha
1987 S. N. Jayasuriya
1992 P. T. S. De Silva
1993 P. T. S. De Silva
1994 S. Gimhan
1995 K. D. Jayawardena
1996 Diluka Padmal
1998 Sajith Nuranga Satharasinghe
1999 Pramitha Thilakarathna
2000 Ravi Asanka

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Chess – Chess Group Photos

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Chess – Pool

Chess Pool – Year 2003

Ravi Asanka

Sudesh Hewapathirana

Nipuna Subasinghe

Manula Dhananjaya

Hashan Sanjeewa

Rukshan Wijesinghe

Hirantha Perera

Nilanka Seelawardena

Gayan Hasitha

Chalitha Pansilu

Marlin Dhamapriya

Pubudu Yasas

Chandana Tharanga

Chathura Jeewaka

Prabath Upali

Kasun Athukorala

Nethanjan Nethmini

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Chess – Office Bearers

Chess Club Office Bearers – Year 2003

President :-Ravi Asanka

Vice President :-Sudesh Hewapathirana
Secretary :- Nipuna Subasinghe
Asst. Secretary :- Manula Dhananjaya

Treasurer :- Hashan Sanjeewa
Asst. Treasurer :- Rukshan Wijesinghe
Chief Organizer :- Hirantha Perera

Organizing Committee

Nilanka Seelawardena
Chalitha Pansilu
Gayan Hasitha

Committee Members

Marlin Dhamapriya

Pubudu Yasas

Chandana Tharanga

Chathura Jeewaka

Prabath Upali

Kasun Athukorala

Nethanjan Nethmini