Sports Development
Sport is a key tool for promoting personal and community development. The focus of the sports programmes delivered by the Foundation of Goodness concentrate on the mental, physical and social health of sports participants, and the development of life skills. The Foundation of Goodness Sports Academy was established on the 1st July 2007 to serve this purpose.
For those who excel, sport is also a route out of poverty, providing enhanced education opportunities and career paths for those lucky enough to have their talent recognised.
Key projects provided by the Seenigama Sports Academy benefit up to 600 youth & children from the region annually.
- Cricket development- u13, u15, u17 and senior teams, ladies cricket
- Laureus Sports for Life project, funded by the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation
- Swimming
- Volleyball
- Netball
- Badminton
- Community sports programmes including beach volleyball, beach football, triathlon, athletics, sea swimming
- Youth Forum
- Community work programmes
- Life Skills workshops
- Volunteer programmes
- Pre-school swimming classes for 3-5 yr olds
- Cricket tours and coaching camps
- Support to village club teams in cricket, netball and volleyball
The Foundation of Goodness is passionate about cricket, and thanks to support from the Marylebone Cricket Club, has been able to provide a beautiful cricket ground at Sri Sumangala College, Hikkaduwa. Surrey County Cricket Club are partners in the development of the Seenigama Wimala Buddhi MV cricket venue.
This passion for cricket runs through the Foundation of Goodness' work, supported by top class Sri Lanka Cricket stars Muttiah Muralidaran (Murali), Chaminda Vaas, Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardena who are trustees of the Foundation and have been key figures in the the organisation over the last ten years.
Bryan Adams, the famous Canadian pop star, continues to show his generosity and compassion through his ongoing support for the maintenance and programmes provided at the Bryan Adams Swimming Pool Complex at Seenigama Sports Academy.
 Crowds gather to watch a swimming competition at the Bryan Adams Swimming Pool
 Map - Sports Academy, Seenigama
Jaffna Players in Sri LankaSquads for tri-series
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A Great Month for the FOG Sports Academy
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Cricket blooms after a war
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A Fantastic Month For The Sports Academy
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FOG Sports Academy at Work
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Reflections of 2012
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Young Parami Places 1st in Laureus Worldwide Art Competition
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Spirit of Sports: The role of sports in community development
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Murali Harmony Cup/Unity Tour
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Cricket in Seenigama: SEDA Cricket Coaching Programme in Seenigama and Sports Tours
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Pulina Tharanga Takes On The Field Of Under 19 International Cricket At The Asia Cup
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Aussie cricket coach boosts
Seenigama School U13 squad..
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FoG Abuzz: A Month of
Competitions and Celebrations
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FoG Netballers Shine Bright
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MCC donate £28k to Sri Lankan charity
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Dinner with Sanga and Mahela: Fundraiser at Melbourne’s Knox Restaurant
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Tom Seabrook Visits Seenigama
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The Grammar School at Leeds’ cricket tour visits Seenigama
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Village celebrates as cricket legends open ‘Seenigama Oval’
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FoG opens first class sports facilities in Seenigama
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Aussie cricket coach boosts
Seenigama School U13 squad..
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Seenigama dives in to new swimming program
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Volunteer's green thumbs help FoG environment projects get growing
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WNS/AVIVA visit Seenigama for the annual sports day
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Young sporting stars bring glory to the Seenigama region
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Traditional Crafts Bring Children Together
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Seenigama Sports Academy Stars Go International
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One victory short of the Championship, nothing short of Courage, Commitment and Character
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Cricket, not just for Men as rural Women excel at this popular Sport
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Tom Seabrook Visits Seenigama
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AFL stars shine in Sri Lanka
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Joe Hoad
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Athletes Rewarded for Pursuing Excellence in 2010
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Lakruwan Wijesiri blazed a trail at the Carlton Super Cross Triathlon
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Laureus provides major impetus to move forward
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FOG’s Emerging Sportsmen Ready to Take on the World
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In House Sports Coaching Camps at Seenigama Wraps Up as a Great Success
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The Dream Come True
The First Ever Sports Coaching Camp Wraps Up in Mankulam as a Great Success
“Murali Cup”
A Historical Sports Event Promoting Social Integration
2nd Coaching Camp at Mankulam Wraps Up With Heartwarming Stories Being Told
FOG U-15 Cricket Team Crosses International Borders for the 3rd Consecutive Time
Rebuilding Mankulam ~ A Dream in Progress
Captain Kirk and crew arrive in Seenigama
More than a Literary Festival
Lakruwan Wijesiri blazed a trail at the Carlton Super Cross Triathlon
Seenigama Sports Academy Stars Go International
One victory short of the Championship, nothing short of
Courage, Commitment and Character
Cricket, not just for Men as rural Women excel at this popular Sport
AFL stars shine in Sri Lanka
Joe Hoad
FoG team visits Magic Bus – Mumbai
Young people from Laureus sports projects meet Formula One star Lewis Hamilton and Edwin Moses at Kyalami
Mani and Lakruwan reflect on their experiences in Johannesburg- Laureus sponsored Leadership Exchange, April 2010
Laureus Sports Leaders Have Big Goals to Change the World
A Day’s Play Goes a Long Way in Seenigama
British High Commission Runs for FoG
Yoga, Pilates and Karate Brought to Seenigama by International Volunteers
Netball Ladies Reach for Success in Seenigama
Volleyball England Coach Training Comes to Seenigama
Sri Lankan Rural Youth Win International Cricket Tournament
Champions set to defend title
Australia Supports Development in Tricomalee, Seenigama
A Year of Sport in Seenigama –Seenigama Sports for Life Project 2009
Success flows from tsunami-hit village
Passion for Sport in Seenigama Region
Fun and games as Seenigama welcomes the Sri Lankan New Year
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AWARDS FOR ALL AT
SEENIGAMA SPORTS ACADEMY
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SPORTING VETERANS CONDUCT LIFE SKILLS COACHING
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SANGAKKARA JOINS FOG
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SEENIGAMA SWIMMERS EXCEL
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FoG BENEFICIARY WINS INTERNATIONAL AWARD
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SEENIGAMA SCHOOL CREATES VOLLEYBALL HISTORY
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MORE CRICKET IN SEENIGAMA
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US AMBASSADOR OPENS TWO NEW SPORTING FACILITIES IN SEENIGAMA
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SEENIGAMA’S SCHOOL BOY CRICKETERS ENJOY A BONUS TRAINING
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LAUREUS SPORTS SPONSORS COACHING CAMPS
IN SEENIGAMA
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FoG FELICITATES 3 YOUNGSTERS AND HOSTS SWIMWEAR PRESENTATION
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MCC SPONSORED VENUE IN HIKKADUWA HOSTS CRICKET TRAINING CAMP
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Young sporting stars bring glory to the Seenigama region
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WNS/AVIVA visit Seenigama for the annual sports day
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Seenigama dives into competition
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Marylebone Cricket Club’s development unfold from Seenigama to Hikkaduwa
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The Launch of the Seenigama School Under 13 Cricket Team
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Seenigama dives in to new swimming program
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Aussie cricket coach boosts Seenigama School U13 squad
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FoG opens first class sports facilities in Seenigama
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The Grammar School at Leeds’ cricket tour visits Seenigama
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WNS/AVIVA bring sport and learning to Seenigama
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Village celebrates as cricket legends open ‘Seenigama Oval’
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Seenigama sport reaches out to the region 11th December 2006
Last month Seenigama Sports hosted its very first Regional Volleyball Competition. Sports clubs from across the Galle District were invited to take part in this debut event which we held at Seenigama School on 28th October....
Youths Stumped Over Generosity 21st September 2006
When the Foundation of Goodness talks of the skill and talent amongst the rural village youth and their potential to excel if they follow their passions and dreams...
Pursuing Passions in Jersey July 2006
These four young village men have just travelled outside of Sri Lanka for the first time, for the purpose of their sport and with the pride of representing their country...
With Charity in His Heart July 2006
Harry Solomons is a true example of a selfless, noble and charitable character. A Sri Lankan born Australian resident, Harry was once a top cricketer in his day..
Cricketing Legends Launch Laureus Project
9th December 2005
Cricketing legends, Steve Waugh and Kapil Dev, officially launched the Seenigama Sports project last week...
Commonwealth Games Baton Passes Through Seenigama 31st October 2005
The Commonwealth Games Queens Baton Relay is currently being passed through ...
Serving Up Seenigama Sports 17th October 2005
This month the Foundation of Goodness kicked off an exciting new sports programme...
Chaminda Vaas Opens Homes and Uplifts Spirits in Seenigama 10th October 2005
Last weekend the number 2 ranked bowler in the world,
Laureus World Sport 15 July 2005
Seenigama featured in Laureus World Sport Awards
Charity Evening Hosted by Muttiah Muralitharan
15 June 2005
Perth community support for Seenigama Village Rebuilding 22 May 2005
Building Houses, Sports Development and Educational Assistance
Ian Botham Visit 21 April 2005
Cricket star Muttiah Muralitharan warns that post tsunami relief in Sri Lanka needs to be stepped up 16 March 2005
Shane Warne Visit a Massive Success 3 March 2005
The Foundation of Goodness was enormously privileged
Lakruwan Wijesiri blazed a trail at the Carlton Super Cross Triathlon.
WNS/AVIVA bring sport and learning to Seenigama
More than a Literary Festival
Captain Kirk and crew arrive in Seenigama
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