Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 14 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release:
The "9th Inter Unit Golf Championship 2026" of the Sri Lanka Air Force concluded successfully at the Eagles' Heritage Golf Course, SLAF Base Anuradhapura, following three days of keenly contested golfing from 09 to 11 September 2026.
The Awards Ceremony was held on 11 September 2026 and was graced by the Director General Welfare, Air Vice Marshal Rajinth Jayawardena, as the Chief Guest. The occasion was also attended by the Director General Air Operations, Air Vice Marshal Dammika Dias, senior officers, distinguished guests and participating golfers.
The championship brought together 71 golfers, including eight lady golfers, representing SLAF establishments across the island. The competition was conducted under the Gross Scoring System, comprising 18-hole rounds of competitive play.
Following a closely contested championship, SLAF Base Ratmalana emerged as the Overall Champions, securing a total of 68 points. SLAF Base Katunayake secured the Runners-up position with 53 points, while Regiment Wing, SLAF Base Katunayake, secured Third Place with 52 points.
In addition to the Inter Unit Championship, several individual and special categories were conducted, providing participants with opportunities to demonstrate their golfing skills and competitive excellence. The following golfers were recognized for their outstanding performances:
Men's Categories
Longest Drive:
Corporal Athapaththu DNS- SLAF Base Hingurakgoda
Nearest to the Pin:
Leading Aircraftman Chathuranga KGDA - SLAF Academy China Bay
Over 45 Category
Winner: Wing Commander PJWL Pitawala - SLAF Base Katunayake
Runner-up: Air Commodore HTH Darmadasa - SLAF Station Sri Jayewardenepura
Second Runner-up: Air Commodore PE Gunawardana - SLAF Station Sri Jayewardenepura
Open Gents Category
Winner: Corporal Nanayakkara SS - SLAF Base Ratmalana
Runner-up: Wing Commander Thushan Fernando - SLAF Station Sri Jayewardenepura
Second Runner-up: Leading Aircraftman Chathuranga KGDA - SLAF Academy China Bay
Open Women's Category
Winner: Wing Commander KPSS Lakshmi - SLAF Academy China Bay
Runner-up: Leading Aircraftwoman Koshila WD - SLAF Trade Training School Ekala
Second Runner-up: Leading Aircraftwoman Malingarathne MGPK - SLAF Base Anuradhapura
Team Event
Winner: SLAF Base Ratmalana
Runner-up: SLAF Base Katunayake
Second Runner-up: Regiment Wing, SLAF Base Katunayake
Women's Special Categories
Longest Drive: Wing Commander KPSS Lakshmi - SLAF Academy China Bay
Best Lady Golfer: Wing Commander KPSS Lakshmi - SLAF Academy China Bay
The championship showcased a high standard of golfing talent, determination and sportsmanship among the participating golfers. Beyond the competitive aspect, the tournament provided an excellent platform to foster camaraderie, fellowship and esprit de corps among members of the Sri Lanka Air Force.
The 9th Inter Unit Golf Championship 2026 concluded on a high note with the presentation of trophies and awards to the winners and outstanding performers, marking another successful chapter in the continued development and promotion of golf within the Sri Lanka Air Force.
Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication.
