48th Sri Lanka Schools All Island Aquatic Championship 2023

Preparations are underway for the much anticipated 48th Annual Sri Lanka Schools All Island Aquatic Championship. Set to be held from 23rd to 27th August 2023 at the Sugathadasa Swimming Complex in Colombo, the championship will offer a national platform for 5,000 children representing over 200 schools, to showcase their talents in swimming and diving.

Organized by the Sri Lanka Schools’ Aquatic Sports Association, the championship will yet again be sponsored by Nestlé MILO in line with its ambition of supporting grass-root sports in the country, whilst nourishing children to go further.

A total of 164 events including 24 relays will be held during the five-day championships. They will be conducted in six age categories, namely Under 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, and 20 for both girls and boys.

Certificates will be awarded to those who achieve merit standards in the Under 10 and 12 age categories.

In a bid to encourage juniors the competitors achieving the first eight places from the Under 14 age category and above will be awarded certificates. Certificates and medals will be awarded to the first three places.

According to SLSASA 130 boys’ schools, 68 girls’ schools and 54 mixed schools will vie for honours. Western Province has the highest number of schools  (92) participating, while Northern Province has fielded just two schools .