Twelve teams battle for Walter Jayasuriya Trophy today

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The Old Wesleyites Sports Club (OWSC) is proud to announce the upcoming ‘Double Blue Hockey 7s’ tournament, scheduled to be played today (27 May) at the school grounds in Campbell Park.

This highly-anticipated event featuring both for men’s and women’s teams will see 12 teams, eight in the men’s and four in the women’s competing for the prestigious Walter Jayasuriya Trophy.

Walter Jayasuriya, fondly known as the “Father of Ceylon/Sri Lanka Hockey,” played a pivotal role in shaping the hockey landscape of the country. This tournament, named in his honour, pays tribute to his remarkable contributions and the enduring legacy he left behind.

The tournament will showcase the exceptional talent and competitive spirit of the participating teams. With the rich history of the Old Wesleyites Sports Club, which has nurtured numerous hockey players over the past 80 years, the event promises to be a celebration of the sport and the legacy of the Wesleyite hockey community.

In the men’s category top old boys teams including Old Wesleyites Sports Club, Old Kingswoodians Hockey Club, Old Bens Sports Club, Royal College Hockey Club, Old Thomian Hockey Union, Old Zahira Hockey Club, Old Nalandian Hockey Club, and Old Ananda Hockey Wing will battle it out for the coveted title while in the women’s category fierce competition between Old girls teams of Visakhians Hockey, Bishopian Hockey, Janadhipathi Hockey Wing, and Old Musaeites Hockey Club will vie for honours.

The Double Blue Hockey 7s tournament is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Title Sponsor - Acorn Group, Co-Sponsors - BIC Sri Lanka and Classic Travels for their invaluable contribution to this event.

Hockey enthusiasts, supporters, and the community at large are invited to experience the passion of the players, and be part of the rich hockey heritage of Walter Jayasuriya who was a live wire in the sport of hockey in Sri Lanka.