Old Nalandians' Sports Club - ONSC

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It is truly inspiring to witness 3 major sports infrastructure development projects of the Old Nalandians' Sports Club (ONSC) progressing simultaneously — a first in the history of our club.

🦺Soil Filling at the Main Ground

🪚 Comprehensive Renovation of Squash Court (funded by Mr. Kassapa Mahendra De Silva)

🚜 Development of the ONSC Centennial Grounds

As Nalanda celebrates its Centenary, we are not just honouring our past—we are building the future.

ONSC | Building a Legacy for the Next Century

A Heartfelt Thank You!

The Old Nalandians' Sports Club (ONSC) extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Parakum Ovitigala for his recent visit to Nalanda College and for taking the time to review the progress of the Nalanda Centenary Building Project and the ONSC Centennial Grounds Project.

Following discussions with the Principal, the President of ONSC, and the Project Chairman, Dr. Ovitigala generously pledged Rs. 5 million towards these landmark initiatives, while also expressing his willingness to continue supporting their future development.

We are deeply grateful for his unwavering support to ONSC and Nalanda College over the years. His generosity and commitment to uplifting education and sports continue to inspire us all.

We wish Dr. Ovitigala good health, happiness, and continued success in the many charitable endeavors he undertakes across Sri Lanka.

Thank you for helping build the future of Nalanda.

Record the Memories. Preserve the Legacy.

NALANDA CRICKET CENTENARY MAGAZINE

As part of the celebration of 100 Years of Cricket at Nalanda College, the Old Nalandians' Sports Club (ONSC) invites all Nalandians, former cricketers, officials, teachers, and well-wishers to contribute to the Nalanda Cricket Centenary Magazine.

We welcome:

• Memorable incidents and experiences from Big Matches and season matches

• Interesting anecdotes involving players, teams, coaches, officials and supporters

• Rare photographs, newspaper cuttings, scorecards, souvenirs and other cricket memorabilia

• Big Match Souvenirs published prior to 1950

Submissions may be in English or Sinhala and, where possible, accompanied by photographs or supporting material.

📧 [email protected]

📅 Submission Deadline: 15th June 2026

Selected contributions will become part of a permanent historical record preserved in the Nalanda Archives and School Library for future generations.

More details :
Ranjith de Mel
Project Chairman | Advisor, ONSC
+94 74 277 7453

A historic milestone for Nalanda Sports

The Ground Breaking Ceremony of the “ONSC Centennial Grounds” - an alternative practice ground for sports other than cricket, was successfully held with the participation of the Principal of Nalanda College Mr Iran Champika Silva, President of the Old Nalandians’ Sports Club Mr Dinuka Chandraratne and Old Nalandian Dr. Ranjith Pathirana, who had the honour of breaking the soil for the very first time.

The occasion also witnessed the acknowledgment of several generous donations received towards this landmark project, reflecting the unity and commitment of the Nalanda fraternity towards building better sporting facilities for future generations.

"Building Champions ~ Shaping Legacy"

If anyone is interested in contributing to this worthy cause, you may refer the below bank details:

Account Name : ONSC - Nalanda College Ground Maintenance Fund
Bank : Commercial Bank
Branch : City Office
Account No. : 802 194 3184
Remarks : {Enter your name}

Sports Evaluation & Strategy Planning Session 2026 – Day 1

On the request of the Principal Mr Iran Champika Silva, the Sports Strategy Development Committee of the (ONSC) initiated the Sports Evaluation & Strategy Planning Session 2026 covering 24 sports.

Day 1 of the programme was held today (19th May) at the ONSC Secretariat with discussions focused on 12 sports. The college management was represented by the Deputy Principal – Sports and the Prefect of Games, while ONSC was represented by Sports Strategy Development Committee Chairman Dilhan Jayasundara, Patron Jayantha Seneviratne, Programme Head Dr. Sidath Waidyasekera, Maleen Dimantha and Rajeew Gamage. The programme was also observed by the President and the General Secretary of ONSC.

Special appreciation goes to Games Captain Isiatha Wikramaarachchi for coordinating the programme successfully.

MICs, Coaches and Captains of the respective sports participated in extensive discussions regarding the progress of each sport, future plans, challenges faced and the support required for further development.

Following the completion of the two-day evaluation process, ONSC expects to present a comprehensive master plan to the Principal summarising the findings, recommendations and proposed actions for the development of sports at Nalanda in the coming year.

Another Good News for Nalanda Sports…

A new chapter begins.
A stronger future is taking shape.

Stay tuned for the next big step by ONSC for the betterment of Multiple Sports at Nalanda.

🇱🇻 Gentle Reminder

Pls suggest any amendments before 15th May 2026.

Pls share the details with relevant proof to [email protected]

Thank you,
~Executive Committee of ONSC

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