First Trophy of the Year: J’pura Women’s Hockey Shines at Mora 9’s 2025

First Trophy of the Year: J’pura Women’s Hockey Shines at Mora 9’s 2025

On the 29th of March 2025, the Astro International Hockey Turf came alive as the much-anticipated Mora 9’s Inter University Hockey Championship, hosted by the University of Moratuwa, took place. This year the tournament witness the talents of  women’s hockey, featuring eight (8) competitive teams from different universities around Sri Lanka, all competing to win…

SMASHES 2025

SMASHES 2025

“SMASHES 2025” Badminton Tournament organized by the Badminton Team of University of Sri Jayewardenepura was successfully held from 26th February to 2nd March at the MBA Badminton Courts. This annual tournament provided a thrilling platform for school-level players to showcase their talent and determination. “SMASHES 2025” was open to young badminton enthusiasts under the age…

Japura Warna 2024 – A Glorious Night Painted in the Hues of Victory

Japura Warna 2024 – A Glorious Night Painted in the Hues of Victory

The University of Sri Jayewardenepura has long been a cradle of champions across various fields, demonstrating that this prestigious university not only produces winners but also inspires future generations. The Colors Awarding Ceremony was recently held to recognize and celebrate the outstanding athletes of the university. This event honored sportsmen and sportswomen who showcased exceptional…

USJ’s Boxing Star Umayanga Mihiran Dominates at the 97th National Championships

USJ’s Boxing Star Umayanga Mihiran Dominates at the 97th National Championships

The 97th Sri Lankan National Boxing Championship kicked off in grand fashion at Galle Face Green, marking a historic moment as the nation’s biggest boxing event was held outdoors. Among the standout performances on the finals  was none other than Godakandalage Pasindu Umayanga Mihiran, an undergraduate of the University of Sri Jayawardenepura, who not only…

Smashes 2024: A Celebration of Badminton Talent

Smashes 2024: A Celebration of Badminton Talent

The “SMASHES 2024” Badminton Tournament, organized by the Badminton Team of University of Sri Jayewardenepura, which was held from the 3rd to the 7th of May 2024 at the indoor stadium premises of the Mercantile Badminton Association. The event continued its legacy of success, bringing together badminton enthusiasts from across the country. The SMASHES tournament,…

Inter-University Badminton Championship 2024

Inter-University Badminton Championship 2024

The Inter-University Badminton Championship 2024 concluded with a spectacular display of talent and sportsmanship. Organized by the University of Kelaniya, this year’s tournament brought together the best badminton players from universities across the country, competing for top honors in a spirit of healthy rivalry. The University of Sri Jayewardenepura emerged as a dominant force in…

Japura Karate Makes History: First-Ever Men’s Championship Victory and Women’s First Runners-Up at the Inter-University Karate Championship

Japura Karate Makes History: First-Ever Men’s Championship Victory and Women’s First Runners-Up at the Inter-University Karate Championship

In a spectacular display of dedication, skill, and perseverance, Japura Karate has made history by winning the Men’s Championship title and securing Women’s First Runners-Up at the Inter-University Karate Championship 2024, held on November 1st, 2nd, and 3rd at the University of Kelaniya. This landmark achievement, which had eluded the team for 14 long years,…

Inter University Championship Tournament (Men’s/Women’s) – 2024

Inter University Championship Tournament (Men’s/Women’s) – 2024

The Kabaddi tournament, which is an exciting event of the Inter University Championship, was held this year at the main auditorium in South Eastern University. The tournament, held from September 27 to 29, showcased intense competition and spirited performance. The University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJ) sent both its boys’ and girls’ teams to participate, and…

The highly anticipated Inter-University Cricket Championship kicked off in September.

The highly anticipated Inter-University Cricket Championship kicked off in September.

The cricket team from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura began their tournament journey against Gampaha Wickramaarachchi University on September 19th. The team achieved a comprehensive victory by 10 wickets over GWU, setting a positive tone for the tournament. In the second and third matches of the preliminary round, USJ faced the University of Vavuniya and…

Inter-University Taekwondo Championship 2024: A Remarkable Triumphfor University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Inter-University Taekwondo Championship 2024: A Remarkable Triumphfor University of Sri Jayewardenepura

The Inter-University Taekwondo Championship 2024 concluded, presenting the possibilitiesof many young martial artists and the good sportsmanship of the state universities out of thecountry of Sri Lanka. The three-day event that happened from the 11th to the 13th ofNovember was located in the University of Moratuwa and was hosted by them. This eventhad thrilling competitions…