SLAF WOMEN CROWNED SEVENTH CONSECUTIVE DEFENCE SERVICES HANDBALL TITLE
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Women’s Handball Team continued its remarkable dominance in Defence Services sports by clinching the title at the Defence Services Handball Championship 2026, held at the Indoor Stadium, Army Cantonment, Panagoda, on 23 October 2026.
Since the introduction of handball to the Defence Services Games, the SLAF Women’s Team has maintained an unbeaten record in the competition, securing the championship title on every occasion. This latest triumph marks their seventh consecutive title, reaffirming their supremacy in Defence Services women’s Handball.
Led by Corporal Erandi WP, the team demonstrated exceptional fighting spirit, teamwork and determination throughout the tournament. Adding to the team’s success, Leading Aircraftwoman Nawanjana RASN was adjudged the Best Player of the Tournament, while Corporal Nirmani APR received the Best Defensive Player award for her outstanding performance. Their outstanding performance reflects the team’s discipline, unity and commitment to sporting excellence, bringing honour and pride to the Sri Lanka Air Force.
The championship was attended by senior officers representing the Tri-Services, highlighting the importance of sports in promoting camaraderie, sportsmanship and unity among the Armed Forces.
The Chairman of the SL Army Handball Major General Rohan Medagoda graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Director Personnel and Planning of the Directorate of Aeronautical Engineering Air Commodore Uditha Piyasena and Chairman of SLAF Handball Air Commodore Buddhika Piyasiri also attended the event.
This remarkable victory marks another significant milestone in the SLAF’s sporting achievements. This historic achievement reflects the players’ dedication, discipline and resilience, bringing immense pride to the Sri Lanka Air Force and further cementing its legacy of excellence in Defence Services sports.
Since the introduction of handball to the Defence Services Games, the SLAF Women’s Team has maintained an unbeaten record in the competition, securing the championship title on every occasion. This latest triumph marks their seventh consecutive title, reaffirming their supremacy in Defence Services women’s Handball.
Led by Corporal Erandi WP, the team demonstrated exceptional fighting spirit, teamwork and determination throughout the tournament. Adding to the team’s success, Leading Aircraftwoman Nawanjana RASN was adjudged the Best Player of the Tournament, while Corporal Nirmani APR received the Best Defensive Player award for her outstanding performance. Their outstanding performance reflects the team’s discipline, unity and commitment to sporting excellence, bringing honour and pride to the Sri Lanka Air Force.
The championship was attended by senior officers representing the Tri-Services, highlighting the importance of sports in promoting camaraderie, sportsmanship and unity among the Armed Forces.
The Chairman of the SL Army Handball Major General Rohan Medagoda graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Director Personnel and Planning of the Directorate of Aeronautical Engineering Air Commodore Uditha Piyasena and Chairman of SLAF Handball Air Commodore Buddhika Piyasiri also attended the event.
This remarkable victory marks another significant milestone in the SLAF’s sporting achievements. This historic achievement reflects the players’ dedication, discipline and resilience, bringing immense pride to the Sri Lanka Air Force and further cementing its legacy of excellence in Defence Services sports.
