DSI, the leading footwear manufacturer in Sri Lanka, held a grand celebration to honour the triumphant teams of the 21st DSI Supersport School Volleyball Championship with an exciting roadshow on 4 October. 

The two victorious teams, Divisamara National School, Seeduwa and Dhammissara National School, Naththandiya, were treated to a memorable journey aboard a double-decker bus. The open-top, two-storey bus displaying championship banners paraded through the streets of Seeduwa and Naththandiya, giving the champions the opportunity to soak in the admiration of their local communities.

The finals of the 21st DSI Supersport School Volleyball Championship was held from 23-24 September at the Sugathadasa National Sports Indoor Stadium Complex. This annual event, initiated by DSI in 1999, aims to provide a platform for talented volleyball players, both from urban and rural areas, to showcase their skills and nurture their careers at both national and international levels. 

Since its inception in 1999, the championship’s primary objective has been to provide a platform for both rural and urban volleyball players to showcase their skills and advance their careers at national and international levels. Over the years, this tournament has contributed to the development of nearly 400 sports personalities, underscoring the growing popularity and significance of the DSI Supersport Volleyball Championship in the country.

This year’s championship featured a multi-tiered structure across various age categories, including U11, U13, U15, and U19 boys and girls. The tournament began with district-level matches, followed by provincial and national levels. 

Teams securing the first and second places at the district level advanced to the provincial level. Provincial matches took place in July and August 2023. Teams placing first, second, and third at the provincial level earned their spots at the national level, which unfolded in August and September 2023.

This event reaffirms DSI’s commitment to nurturing athletic talent and instilling a strong sense of sportsmanship among the youth in Sri Lanka. DSI congratulated the champions Divisamara National School, Seeduwa and Dhammissara National School, Naththandiya who demonstrated exceptional skills and unwavering determination throughout the tournament.