Maliban, MAS Kreeda, and Hirdaramani Clinch Championship Titles

The highly anticipated Mercantile Volleyball Championship 2024 came to an exciting conclusion, with the final matches showcasing exceptional talent and competition. Held at the National Youth Service Council in Maharagama on September 8th, 2024, the championship featured intense matchups across multiple categories, including the “A” Division, Masters, Championship, and Super League. Teams from various companies battled for the prestigious titles, culminating in thrilling victories and standout performances.

“A” Division (Men/Women)

Women’s Final:

In the women’s “A” Division final, MAS Casualline Mawathagama claimed the title after defeating Brandix Apparel – Avissawella in straight sets (25-17, 25-16). The match was a dominant performance by MAS Casualline, who secured their championship with aggressive attacking and sharp setting.

• Champion: MAS Casualline Mawathagama
• 1st Runner-Up: Brandix Apparel – Avissawella
• 2nd Runner-Up: Omega Line Pvt Ltd
• Best Attacker:A. Renuka Nilmini (MAS Casualline)
• Best Setter:D. Chandani Rajapaksha (MAS Casualline)
• Best Player:P. Nethmi Dananjani (MAS Casualline)

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Men’s Final:

In a hard-fought men’s “A” Division final, Maliban Pvt Ltd edged out Teejay Lanka Pvt Ltd to become champions after a tense three-set battle (26-24, 23-25, 25-18).

• Champion: Maliban Pvt Ltd
• 1st Runner-Up: Teejay Lanka Pvt Ltd
• 2nd Runner-Up: Aburnet Lanka Pvt Ltd
• Best Attacker: Achintha Kariyawasam (Teejay Lanka)
• Best Setter:D.R. Milinda Fernando (Maliban Pvt Ltd)
• Best Player: Amesh Niroshan Alwis (Maliban Pvt Ltd)

Masters Category

In the Masters category final, Maliban Pvt Ltd continued their impressive form by defeating Aburnet Lanka Pvt Ltd in straight sets (30-28, 25-11) to secure the championship.

• Champion: Maliban Pvt Ltd
• 1st Runner-Up: Aburnet Lanka Pvt Ltd
• 2nd Runner-Up: Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka Pvt Ltd
• Best Attacker:A.D. Smeera Dissanayake (Maliban Pvt Ltd)
• Best Setter:D.A. Jagath Prasanna (Maliban Pvt Ltd)
• Best Player:P. Mohan Sanjeewa (Maliban Pvt Ltd)

Championship Category

The Championship category men’s final saw MAS Kreeda Balangoda triumph over Aburnet Lanka Pvt Ltd with a commanding 3-set victory (25-17, 25-16, 25-20).

• Champion: MAS Kreeda Balangoda
• 1st Runner-Up: Aburnet Lanka Pvt Ltd
• 2nd Runner-Up: Lanka Wall Tiles Pvt Ltd
• Best Attacker: Lahiru Pathmal (MAS Kreeda Balangoda)
• Best Setter: Kumudu Chathuranga (MAS Kreeda Balangoda)
• Best Player:H. Tharuka Subodana (MAS Kreeda Balangoda)

Super League (Men/Women)

Women’s Final:

Hirdaramani Apparels Pvt Ltd clinched the Super League women’s championship after a clean sweep against Maliban Pvt Ltd (25-18, 25-20, 25-23). Hirdaramani’s superior teamwork and skillful play earned them the top spot.

• Champion: Hirdaramani Apparels Pvt Ltd
• 1st Runner-Up: Maliban Pvt Ltd
• 2nd Runner-Up: MAS Casualline – Mawathagama
• Best Attacker:P. Nimeshika Sewwandi Gunawardana (Hirdaramani Apparels)
• Best Setter:P. Sunethra Priyadarshani Wijesinghe (Hirdaramani Apparels)
• Best Blocker:M. Champa Rathnayake (Maliban Pvt Ltd)
• Best Receiver:L. Anusha Sandamali (Maliban Pvt Ltd)
• Best Server:G. Dilukshi Harshani Senarathna (Hirdaramani Apparels)
• Best Libero:M. Piyumi Lakmali Dasanayake (Hirdaramani Apparels)
• Best Player:G. Dilukshi Harshani Senarathna (Hirdaramani Apparels)

Men’s Final:

Omega Line Pvt Ltd emerged victorious in the Super League men’s final after an intense four-set match against Maliban Pvt Ltd (26-24, 22-25, 25-21, 25-22). Omega Line’s solid attack and defense gave them the edge in the closely contested game.

• Champion: Omega Line Pvt Ltd
• 1st Runner-Up: Maliban Pvt Ltd
• 2nd Runner-Up: MAS Slim Line
• Best Attacker:T.D. Silva (Omega Line)
• Best Setter:R. Maleesha Ravishan (Omega Line)
• Best Blocker:S.M. Perera (Omega Line)
• Best Receiver:A. Ahen Sumura Peris (Omega Line)
• Best Server:A.D. Sandeepa (Maliban Pvt Ltd)
• Best Libero:W.M. Santhush (Maliban Pvt Ltd)
• Best Player:K. Pabasara (Omega Line)

The 2024 Mercantile Volleyball Championship concluded with thrilling matches and outstanding performances by teams across all divisions. The players demonstrated remarkable skill, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament, making it a memorable event in the Sri Lankan volleyball calendar.