Thurstan College will kick-off the 2005 rugby season with new energy and leadership under a revitalised coaching structure.
The Thurstan Head Coach will be Shamly Nawas, Trainer and Backs Coach will be Dilan Soysa and the Support Coach will be R. P. Madagedera.
As a part of the 75th Anniversary of Thurstan, the ’91 Thurstanites Association has announced their sponsorship of the college rugby team for the 2025 season.
Thurstan Principal Pamuditha Wickramasingha (second from left) receiving the platinum sponsorship from Blue Lanka Tours
(Pix by Rukmal Gamage)
This year, apart from the main sponsor HNB, the platinum sponsor is Blue Lanka Tours and the co-sponsors are Prima Kottu Mee, Dialog Axiata, Prime Group, Polypack SECCO and Iodex as the pain relief partner. Thurstan rugby began their journey in 1957, becoming the second government school to embrace the sport.
From that early spark, the flame of rugby passion has continued to burn, bringing glory and pride to Thurstanites for generations.
The milestones include beating traditional giants like Royal and Isipathana, qualifying consistently for top-tier tournaments and clinching the President’s Trophy in 1998.
Thurstan also lifted the Premier Trophy in 2016 and 2018, showcasing that they can challenge and triumph against the best.
