NOC conducts successful third edition of Sport Administrator’s Course
View(s):Notably, 60 percent of the participants were female, reflecting NOC’s continued commitment to gender equity in sports leadership and administration. With the completion of three courses in 2025, over 100 sport administrators have successfully completed the Sport Administrator’s Course this year – the highest number recorded to date, marking a significant milestone for NOC’s capacity-building initiatives.
The participants representing National Federations, Universities and Schools with the course conductors following the NOC Adminsitrator's Course
The course was delivered by the National Course Directors Group Captain (Rtd) Nalin de Silva, Rear Admiral (Rtd) Shemal Fernando, Anoma Rathnayaka and Gobinath Sivarajah.
In addition, Dr. Shiromi Pilapitiya, the Director General of the Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency, joined as a guest facilitator, providing valuable insights on anti-doping, ethical issues in doping and sports medicine. The programme was conducted in line with the Sport Administration Manual published by Olympic Solidarity, covering key areas such as Olympism and the Olympic Movement, Games Management, and essential sports management and governance skills. Participants highly commended the course for its practical relevance and quality delivery.
“Following the Sport Administrator’s Course at the National Olympic Committee was an enriching experience, enhancing my leadership, governance knowledge, and practical understanding of sports administration,” Wing Commander Sanjeewa Nanayakkara, the Assistant Secretary of Sri Lanka Squash, stated.
Commenting on the course delivery, Aseni Warsha, an undergraduate from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura noted that, “This was the best course I have ever attended. It not only covered administrative aspects but also deeply emphasised ethics, sportsmanship, and humanity-related theories”.
“The course was delivered with complete transparency and genuine commitment. Moreover, it provided a valuable platform to connect with participants from diverse backgrounds and institutions, which is especially beneficial for university students. Through a single course, we gained immense academic and personal growth. I sincerely thank everyone involved for adding such meaningful value to our lives,” she added.
“The OSSAC conducted by the NOC provided valuable administrative insights, strengthened sports coordination skills, and reinforced IOC values, highlighting sport’s purpose through excellence, respect, and friendship,” noted Ashkar Jahufar, the Sport Administrator at Lyceum International School, Gampaha.
“The third Sport Administrator’s Course 2025 was highly beneficial, with clear and informative lectures. I also appreciate the excellent support provided by the food and beverage, media, and technical teams. I strongly recommend conducting this course in other districts to further enhance student awareness,” Delaxshana Pushpalingam from Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka added.
The successful completion of the third Sport Administrator’s Course further reinforces NOC’s commitment to strengthening sports governance, leadership, and education across the country, in alignment with Olympic values and international best practices.