Lyceum Wattala makes history with 16th consecutive ISAC triumph
View(s):Lyceum International School, Wattala once again etched its name in the sporting history by securing the Overall Championship at the International Schools Athletic Championship (ISAC) for an extraordinary 16th consecutive year. This remarkable achievement stands as a powerful reflection of excellence, discipline, and the unwavering spirit that defines the Lyceum Wattala community.
Competing against leading international schools and some of the nation’s finest young athletes, Lyceum Wattala delivered an outstanding performance across a wide range of track and field events over the two days which the competition was held. The team’s dominance throughout event showcased months of rigorous training, exceptional teamwork, and an unbreakable determination to uphold the school’s proud sporting legacy.
The gritty athletes of Lyceum Wattala accounted for 960 overall points and an impressive tally of 100 medals which comprised of 45 gold, 25 silver and 30 bronze medals. The championship witnessed several exceptional individual and team accomplishments, highlighting the depth of talent within the Lyceum Wattala athletic squad.
Risansa Silva was crowned as Best Female Athlete for her performance in Under-20 100m event, where she clocked an impressive 11.88 seconds. Naveen Rajapaksha won the Under-18 Boy’s Championship to claim the Lyceum International School Challenge Trophy while Thiven Kannangara claimed the OKI International School Challenge Trophy for becoming the Under-12 Boy’s champion. Sanugi Thennakoon won the Royal Institute International School Challenge Trophy after becoming the Under-20 Girl’s champion.
Lyceum International School, Wattala displayed their dominance at ISAC 2026 by claiming four age group team titles. They won the Gateway College Challenge Trophy after becoming the Under-20 Overall Champions, and went on to clinch the Stafford International School Challenge Trophy for winning the Under-18 Overall Championship.
Lyceum Wattala also won the Colombo International School Challenge Trophy after becoming the Under-16 Overall Champions, as well as The British School in Colombo Challenge Trophy for earning the Under-14 Overall Championship. They also won the Gateway Graduate School Challenge Trophy presented for the Overall Relay Champions.
This historic success would not have been possible without the visionary leadership and continuous encouragement of Founder Dr. Mohanlal Grero, Consultant Coordinating Principal Dr. Kumari Grero, Group Chairman and CEO of Lyceum Global Holdings Nikitha Grero, Senior Vice President – Sports Sameera Hewage, Coordinating Principal Kumari Wijerathne and Principal of Lyceum Wattala, Stella Anton. The dedication of the management, sports department, coaches, and both academic and non-academic staff played a pivotal role in shaping this achievement.
Winning the ISAC Championship for the 16th consecutive year is more than a victory—it is a celebration of teamwork, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of greatness that continues to define the status of Lyceum Wattala. As the champions look toward the future, this milestone stands as a proud reminder that excellence is not a moment, but a tradition.