Sri Lanka Rugby has announced the management team for the Sri Lanka Under-18 Boys’ Sevens squad ahead of the Asia Rugby Under-18 Sevens Tournament, scheduled to be held in China on 5 and 6 September.
Experienced St. Peter’s and Havies forward coach Rajeev Perera has been appointed Head Coach, with Banuka Nanayakkara serving as Assistant Coach. Bhanuka’s appointment comes as a surprise after an average season with Royal.
Ransilu Jayathilake will take charge as the Strength and Conditioning Coach, while Shanuka Gunarathne has been named Physiotherapist. Imran Thalpage will manage the team.
Sri Lanka Rugby also announced the management team for the Sri Lanka Under-18 Girls’ squad ahead of the Asia Rugby Under-18 Sevens Tournament.
Experienced Thurstan and Police Head Coach Shamly Nawaz has been appointed as Head Coach, while Asela Deshapriya will serve as Assistant Coach. Nafees Naizer will take charge as the Strength and Conditioning Coach, while Ayesha Perera has been named Masseuse.
Thilini Senanayake will oversee the team as Manager.