ISIPATHANA CLAIMS THE UNDER-15 SERVO HOCKEY CUP

The young warriors of the Green Machine from Isipathana College have delivered a masterclass in resilience and teamwor, capturing the championship title at the Under-15 Servo Hockey Tournament held in Matale.

Group Stage Campaign

Isipathana navigated a tough group stage with grit and determination:

• Isipathana 3–0 Mahinda Rajapaksha (WIN)
• Isipathana 1–1 Hindu College (DRAW)
• Isipathana 0–1 St. Joseph’s, Wennappuwa (LOSS)
• Isipathana 1–1 Vijaya College (DRAW)
• Isipathana 3–0 Olvilikanda Maha Vidyalaya (WIN)

The Hard-Fought Road to Glory

Heading into the knockout rounds, the Pathanians relied on nerves of steel:

• Quarter-Final: Isipathana 1–1 St. Thomas College, Matale (Won 2–0 on penalty shootouts)
• Semi-Final: Isipathana 0–0 Zahira College, Matale (Won 1–0 on penalty shootouts)
• Grand Final: Isipathana 1–0 St. Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa (CHAMPIONS)

Individual Excellence

Individual brilliance matched the team’s collective effort:

• Best Player: M. Zaid
• Best Goalkeeper: Sanuka Dilsara

Green Machine Pride

Surviving three tense knockout matches—including two dramatic penalty shootouts and a razor-thin victory in the final—this squad proved what the true Isipathana fighting spirit is all about.

The Servo Cup belongs to Isipathana! Huge congratulations to the players, coaches, and supporters who fueled this unforgettable journey. The future of Pathana hockey is brighter than ever