Ladies’ College Crowned Overall Champions at the 20th Annual LC–BC Hockey Encounter
The 20th Annual Ladies’ College vs Bishop’s College Hockey Encounter was held on October 10, 2026, at the Colombo Astro Turf, Racecourse, marking two decades of spirited rivalry, sportsmanship and camaraderie between the two leading Colombo schools.
The milestone encounter featured both Under-16 and Under-20 fixtures, with Ladies’ College securing victory in the Under-16 match, while the Under-20 encounter ended in a draw. With these results, Ladies’ College emerged as the Overall Champions of the 2026 encounter.
The Ladies’ College hockey contingent was led by Captain Minnelle de Fonseka, with Yenuli Ahangama and Visithi Abeyrathne serving as vice-captains. Bishop’s College was represented by Captain Aleena Fowzie, alongside co-vice-captains Anaanya Silva and Dinara Kumar. The occasion was graced by Chief Guest Ronali Goonetileke Perera.
The 20th edition celebrated not only the competitive spirit of school hockey but also the enduring bond between the two schools, honouring a sporting tradition built on dedication, teamwork and mutual respect.
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