News 1st together with Mobitel has taken the commendable initiative to recognize and reward Sri Lankan sportsmen for their efforts in bringing glory to the country and keeping the passion of sports alive in the hearts of millions of fans with the launch of Platinum Awards.
The launching ceremony was held at the Qbaa – Wine cellar and music lounge amidst a gathering of sports stars and distinguished guests, where the official website was also launched.
The Platinum Awards will be honouring athletes who have displayed exceptional talent, determination and dedication from different categories in a night of sporting celebrations.
“We have seen sporting achievements going unrecognized. This night will not only be about winners of different sporting events but also recognizing the sporting talents of present as well as of the past.” Shevan Daniel, Director of MTV/MBC told at the launch.
The build up to the Awards Night is unique. A major road show will go through 30 locations across Sri Lanka which will not only promote nominations but also the importance of sporting achievements.
The winners will be selected through a Jury Board which includes Sanath Jayasuriya, Susanthika Jayasinghe, Dian Gomes, Hemaka Amarasuriya, Hemasiri Fernando, Kishu Gomes, Damayanthi Darsha, Hashan Thilakarathna, Sunil Gunawardena, Dilroy Fernando, Julian Bowling, Ruwan Keragala.
Awards List
•Schools Sportsman of the Year
•Schools Sportswoman of the Year
•Schools Cricketer of the Year
•Best School Sports team
•Upcoming Athlete of the Year
•University Sportsperson of the Year
•PTI Teacher of the Year
•Best Military Sportsman/Woman
•Action Sportsperson (Motor Sports)
•Comeback of the Year Award
•Coach of the Year
•Team of the Year
•Sportsperson of the year with a disability
•Best Women cricketer of the Year
•Best cricketer of the year
•Sportswoman of the year
•Sportsmen of the year
•Lifetime achievement award
•Most popular Mobitel Sportsman of the year (SMS)
•Best Outstation schools Sportsman
•Best schools rugby player of the year
