V3 Global Holdings LLC recently announced its exclusive partnership with Middlesex University Dubai in sponsoring the prestigious S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia’s First XV rugby team.
The sponsorship handover ceremony, held on Friday (7), was a momentous occasion attended by the Warden of S. Thomas’ College and the school administration, as well as representatives from Middlesex University Dubai and V3 Global Holdings. The event celebrated the shared values of excellence, teamwork, and commitment to personal growth and development that are at the core of these institutions.
Middlesex University Dubai has a strong legacy of promoting sports and nurturing young talent, while V3 Global Holdings, a prominent global conglomerate, is equally dedicated to supporting initiatives that empower individuals and communities. With a focus on holistic education, both parties recognise the importance of fostering upcoming young personalities, leadership, and discipline through sports activities.
S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia, renowned for its rich heritage and commitment to holistic education, has a longstanding tradition of producing exceptional rugby players. The sponsorship of their rugby jersey by Middlesex University Dubai and V3 Global Holdings further strengthens the bond between the institutions to enrich opportunities for collaboration and exchange of knowledge.
Speaking on behalf of Middlesex University Dubai, Eranda Kulatunga expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership: “We are proud to support S. Thomas’ College and its rugby team. This collaboration allows us to contribute to the development of young athletes, promote teamwork, and encourage the pursuit of excellence both on and off the field.”
“V3 Global Holdings is honoured to collaborate with Middlesex University Dubai and support the S. Thomas’ College rugby team. Through this sponsorship, we aim to inspire and empower students to embrace the values of sportsmanship, dedication, and personal growth,” V3 Global Holdings Founder and Director – Finance and Operations Kamal Gnanaratne said.
The sponsorship handover ceremony concluded with a symbolic jersey presentation, symbolising the unity and shared vision between S. Thomas’ College, Middlesex University Dubai, and V3 Global Holdings.
It was attended by S. Thomas’ College Warden Rev. Marc Billimoria, Subwarden Asanka Perera, Director of Sports Dinesh Kumarasinghe, First XV Master-in-Charge Lakmaal de Zoysa, First XV Head Coach Shamly Nawaz, First XV Captain Viyaan de Silva, as well as V3 Global Holdings Group Managing Director and CEO Tharanga Bandara, Director – Investment Operations Kapila Gunasekara, and Middlesex University Dubai Sri Lanka Head Shenelle Perera.