Prima Sunrise Bread to sponsor Kandy Regional Junior Open Golf Championship

By Shamseer Jaleel

Prima Sunrise Bread will once again partner with Sri Lanka Golf as the main sponsor for the Regional Junior Open Golf Championship in Kandy continuing to foster talent from the outstations. 

A testament to their commitment is the ongoing effort to enhance junior golf in Sri Lanka through Regional Junior Open tournaments. The recently concluded tournament in Nuwara Eliya was a triumph, setting the stage for the upcoming event at the enchanting Victoria Golf Resort (VGR) in Rajawella, Digana on 2 and 3 September. Prima Sunrise focuses on the development of Junior Golf by providing young sporting talent with a platform to shine.

Among the emerging golfing talents, Reshan Algama has carved a notable position. Emerging victorious by an impressive 17 shots in the major division, Algama’s skills have put him to a spot among the top 2,000 amateurs globally. In the 15 to 18 years old segment Algama is anticipated to bring his prowess to the fore, facing stiff competition from the likes of Jevahn Sathasivam who was in sparkling form in the recently concluded Junior Match Play Championship events along with Kumar Danushan. 

The Gold Division Girls segment will miss the remarkable Kaya Daluwatte this time due to her commitments in India. Nonetheless, the competition remains fierce with T. Atshaya, Shereen Balasuriya and Anumi Karunathilake vying for the top spot. 

As the Silver division takes centre stage, Anuradhapura’s young talents are set to shine. With players like Janeesh Weerasinghe, Adhithya Weerasinghe and the two youngsters, Thejas Rathis Kanth and Keshav Algama to showcase their skills, the division promises thrilling golf action. In the Silver Division Girls segment, Dilini Amarwansa, who secured a comfortable first place in Nuwara Eliya, is ready to make her mark. 

The Bronze Division presents its own intense competition, with players like Yehansa Senanayake and Lavidu Premarathna aiming for the top spot. In the Bronze Division Girls segment, Genuli Weerakoon’s domination is set to continue, and she will be joined by Yuvan Rathis Kanth and Jaeden Sathasivam in what promises to be an engaging display of talent.

Prima Sunrise Bread, the title sponsor of this tournament, will as always provide nutrition for the young players during the event. The prize giving is scheduled for 3 September at 3 p.m.