CLOSING CEREMONY OF THE INTER FACULTY GAMES – 2025
The much-anticipated Inter-Faculty Games-2025 of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University concluded with a spectacular closing ceremony at the KDU Indoor Stadium on 19th March 2025. The event marked the culmination of intense competitions that highlighted athletic talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship among students from various faculties.
The closing ceremony was graced by the esteemed presence of the Chief Guest, Vice Chancellor Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara VSV, USP, psc, MMaritimePol, Bsc (DS) Also in attendance were the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Defence & Administration) and Chairman of the Sports Council, Brigadier Pradeep Ratnayake RSP USP psc, along with Deans, senior military officers, faculty coordinators, and members of the academia. The event commenced with a grand parade of the participants, setting an energetic and celebratory tone for the evening.
Vice Chancellor Rear Admiral HGU Dammika Kumara, in his address, commended the athletes for their dedication and perseverance highlighting that the games are a testament to the strength, resilience, and unity of the students. He further stated that beyond victories and medals, it is the spirit of fair play and teamwork that truly defines this competition. . He extended his appreciation to the organizing committee, faculty coordinators, coaches, and volunteers for ensuring the success of the event.
The champions of the respective team games in the Inter-Faculty Games 2025 are as follows:
- Cricket: Faculty of Law (FOL)
- Rugby: Faculty of Management Social Sciences & Humanities (FMSH)
- Netball: Faculty of Engineering (FOE)
- Boxing : Faculty of Defence & Strategic Studies (FDSS)
- Swimming: Faculty of Medicine (FOM)
- Chess: Faculty of Engineering (FOE)
- Table Tennis: Faculty Of Medicine(FOM)
- Basketball:
Men’s – Faculty of Engineering (FOE)
Women’s – Faculty of Law (FOL) - Squash: Faculty of Medicine (FOM)
- Badminton: Faculty of Medicine (FOM)
- Rowing: Faculty of Management, Social Sciences & Humanities (FMSH)
- Karate: Faculty of Engineering (FOE)
- Tennis: Faculty Of Criminal Justice (FOCJ)
- Baseball: Faculty of Medicine (FOM)
- Hockey: Faculty of Management, Social Sciences & Humanities (FMSH)
- Weight Lifting: Faculty of Medicine (FOM)
- Soccer: Faculty Of Criminal Justice (FOCJ)
- Volleyball:
Men’s – Faculty of Build Environment and Spatial Science (FBESS)
Women’s – Faculty of Management, Social Sciences & Humanities (FMSH) - Handball:
Men’s – Faculty of Build Environment and Spatial Sciences (FBESS)
Women’s – Faculty of Law (FOL) - Wushu: Faculty of Medicine (FOM)
In addition to team victories, individual records were also set during the competition. L/O/C KDRN Karannagoda (6582) showcased exceptional strength in powerlifting, setting a new KDU record. J/O/C NS Ahamad (6781) delivered an outstanding performance in swimming, establishing his dominance in the sport, setting two KDU records.
The ceremony concluded with the Vice Chancellor’s closing remarks, emphasizing the importance of balancing academics and sports while upholding the values of discipline and teamwork. With an overwhelming sense of accomplishment, students departed with cherished memories and heightened anticipation for the next edition of the Inter-Faculty Games.
As the curtains closed on the 2025 Inter-Faculty Games, the event stood as a testament to the university’s commitment to fostering excellence in both sports and academics, paving the way for even greater achievements in future.
