Colombo golf make new appointments

By Shamseer Jaleel

The Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) ushered in a new era at its Annual General Meeting with the appointment of veteran banker and former Royalist Jehaan Ismail as its president. 

His strong corporate background and longstanding association with the club are expected to steer RCGC towards sustained growth and excellence.

Earlier Sri Lanka cricket great Mahela Jayawardena was named Captain of the club. 

Dihan Dedigama takes on the role of Vice-Captain, ensuring continuity in on-field leadership while administrative responsibilities will be handled by former Trinitian Tharanga Gunasekera with Noordeen Sethwala, overseeing marketing and course management respectively.

Financial affairs remain under the guidance of Niloo Jayatilake, while member experience will be enhanced by Shamal Perera and Kushal Johnpillai, focusing on hospitality and development.

The Committee is further strengthened by the inclusion of Malik Ahamadeen, Suren Madanayake, Dhinuka Boralessa and Somanath Fernando.