Bogambara Stadium
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Bogambara Stadium (
Early history
In 1897 the grounds were converted from a lake to a playing field. At one time it was the site for carnivals, games circuses and gymkhana activities and even an execution ground during the
Sports
Bogambara Stadium serves as a venue for various sports, including rugby, football, hockey, athletics, netball, basketball, softball, and cricket.
Stadium development
Bogambara Stadium was renovated into a stadium in 1972, thanks to the Special Commissionership of M. B. Samarakoon, who initiated the renovation work with support from local politicians such as E. L. Senanayake, Noel Wimalasena, Shelton Ranaraja,[3] and E. W. Balasuriya, a local sports promoter and philanthropist, who assisted in raising donations.[4] In 1997 the Bogambara stadium was upgraded to an international standard stadium, at a cost of Rs. 89 million, with 75% of the funding coming from the Kandy District Sports Development Foundation, chaired by Anuruddha Ratwatte, the Deputy Minister of Defence.[5] It was re-developed under the patronage of the municipal council and presently the Sports Ministry owns the premises. The ground fees are on the higher side and the less affluent football and hockey clubs are finding it difficult to keep the game alive.
Major events
- Bradby Shield Encounter
- Singer Sri Lankan Airlines Rugby 7's
- L.E. Blaze Trophy - Kingswood Vs Wesley
References
- ^ "Sugathadasa National Sports Complex Authority". Archived from the original on 23 October 2015. Retrieved 10 October 2015.
- ^ Nagahawatte, Ravi (7 August 2010). "Kandy's Clifford Cup win adds spice to its rugby saga". The Island. Retrieved 31 May 2017.
- The Daily Mirror (Sri Lanka). Retrieved 31 May 2017.
- ^ "E. W. Balasuriya the versatile sportsman". The Nation. 1 April 2017. Retrieved 31 May 2017.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Bid to develop basketball in Kandy District". Daily News. 26 December 2007. Retrieved 31 May 2017.
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