UOC Rowing

UOC Rowing Let the oars do the talking!... The University of Colombo was the first institution of higher education to take up the sport of Rowing in 1955.

The university has been an institutional member of the Colombo Rowing Club and a founder member of the Amateur Rowing Association of Sri Lanka. The University has both a men’s crew as well as a women’s crew and throughout its illustrious history has produced a number of high profile oarsmen and oarswomen who have represented the country at the highest levels. The main event in the University rowin

g calendar “THE INTER UNIVERSITY REGATTA” is the annual rowing race between the University of Colombo and the University of Moratuwa, at which the overall winner of the men’s category is awarded the “Prof. Stanley Wijesundara Trophy” whilst the overall winner of the women’s category is awarded the “Lloyd Sirimanne Trophy”. The Inter University regatta was held for the 32nd time in the year 2015. The University commenced representing Sri Lanka 10 years ago in the international arena and the first international regatta being the “UNIten” which was organized by Malaysia in the year 2006.

EVER FORWARD, STROKE BY STROKE!Congratulations to our Men’s Vice Captain, JAVANA ROHANADEERA, on being elected Vice Pres...
25/01/2026

EVER FORWARD, STROKE BY STROKE!

Congratulations to our Men’s Vice Captain, JAVANA ROHANADEERA, on being elected Vice President of the Amalgamated Club!

The UOC Rowing Crew stands proud and united in support as you begin this new chapter with the same spirit that defines our crew — that of perseverance, dedication, and leaving nothing behind!

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINSIn the final meters, you need a leader who doesn’t break.Someone who keeps pushing, keeps fig...
24/01/2026

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINS

In the final meters, you need a leader who doesn’t break.
Someone who keeps pushing, keeps fighting, and drags the crew forward.

Men’s Crew Captain | DINETH AMARASINGHE | 2026

A season with no excuses and one outcome in mind.

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINSWhen the pressure hits, you need a voice that doesn’t crack.One that can handle the work, bal...
24/01/2026

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINS

When the pressure hits, you need a voice that doesn’t crack.
One that can handle the work, balance the demands, and keep the boat moving forward.

Men’s Crew Vice Captain | JAVANA ROHANADEERA | 2026

Consistency, responsibility, and doing the work that keeps the crew together.

UOCRC26

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINSWhen legs burn and lungs scream, you need a leader who keeps the boat alive.Someone who holds...
24/01/2026

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINS

When legs burn and lungs scream, you need a leader who keeps the boat alive.
Someone who holds the rhythm, demands the standard, and refuses to let it slip.

Women’s Crew Captain | SUPEKSHA PERERA | 2026

A season built on grit, discipline, and racing with intent.

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINSIn the final push, you need a mind that stays sharp and a heart that doesn’t fold.Someone who...
24/01/2026

STEPPING IN | 2026 CAPTAINS

In the final push, you need a mind that stays sharp and a heart that doesn’t fold.
Someone who reads the race, holds the line, and keeps the crew composed.

Women’s Crew Vice Captain | MANEESHA PANDITHARATNE | 2026

A season built on focus, trust, and doing the small things right.

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINSWomen’s Crew Captain | ROSHEL SILVA | 2025Tough on the outside and golden on the inside.Stri...
22/01/2026

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINS

Women’s Crew Captain | ROSHEL SILVA | 2025

Tough on the outside and golden on the inside.
Strict enough to push us to win, friendly enough to make us stay.
Your leadership set the standard and strengthened the crew.

Thank you for a season we will always look back on with pride.


ThankYouCaptain

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINSMen’s Crew Captain | MALITH DILSHAN | 2025The heart of the crew and the strength behind the ...
22/01/2026

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINS

Men’s Crew Captain | MALITH DILSHAN | 2025

The heart of the crew and the strength behind the morale.
Always bringing the energy, always pushing the crew forward, and never letting a man be left behind.
Your leadership and your cheerful spirit kept the crew together when it mattered most.

Thank you for a season we will always look back on with pride.

ThankYouCaptain

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINSMen’s Crew Vice Captain | JANITH AMARASINGHE | 2025The one who sacrifices for every boat’s w...
22/01/2026

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINS

Men’s Crew Vice Captain | JANITH AMARASINGHE | 2025

The one who sacrifices for every boat’s win and still finds the energy to fight with the girls’ VC after.
Led from the front in the boats, set the tone in training, and always put the crew first.
Your presence and effort quietly pushed the season forward.

Thank you for everything you gave to the crew.

ThankYouCaptain

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINSWomen’s Crew Vice Captain | Sanduni Sasanka | 2025The Queen of Smiles and Cheers, lifting th...
22/01/2026

STEPPING OUT | 2025 CAPTAINS

Women’s Crew Vice Captain | Sanduni Sasanka | 2025

The Queen of Smiles and Cheers, lifting the crew one rower at a time.
Always caring, always present, and quietly looking out for every member of the crew.
Your kindness and support held the team together in more ways than one.

Thank you for everything you gave to the crew.

Just one more sunrise till we leave it all in the lane; the pain, the power, the pride🏆One final battle for the crew we ...
08/08/2025

Just one more sunrise till we leave it all in the lane; the pain, the power, the pride🏆

One final battle for the crew we loved, and the legacy we built.

For UOC — always🔥

See y’all there at;

📍Diyawanna Rowing Centre
🗓️9th, 10th of August
⏰7am onwards


Just 2 days till the silence breaks and the water roars❤️‍🔥One crew. One dream. Let’s make it count🏆See y’all there at;📍...
07/08/2025

Just 2 days till the silence breaks and the water roars❤️‍🔥

One crew. One dream. Let’s make it count🏆

See y’all there at;

📍Diyawannwa Rowing Centre
🗓️9th,10th of August
⏰7 am onwards


Address

94, Cumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha
Colombo
00300

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when UOC Rowing posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to UOC Rowing:

Shortcuts

Share

Category