St. Mary’s College, Negombo traces its origins back to 1872, emerging from the initiative of Rev. Monsignor John B. Vistarini, who established an English school within the Mission House of St. Mary’s Church, Grand Street. Initially known as the St. Mary’s English High School, the institution was officially inaugurated in a new building adjacent to the Mission House, an area that remains its present location. The school's establishment year is marked by some discrepancy, noted by the discrepancy between official records from 1872 and the 1871 date on the school plaque. However, it was in June 1872 that the new building was consecrated and opened by His Grace Bishop Hilarion Sillani, with an initial enrollment of 196 boys.
Over its illustrious journey of nearly 150 years, St. Mary’s College has become a pillar of educational excellence in Negombo and its surrounding areas. Known for its commitment to quality education, disciplined environment, and achievements in sports, the college has garnered widespread acclaim. It stands as a testament to its founders’ vision and dedication, continuing to serve the community with integrity and excellence in education, shaping generations of students and contributing significantly to the broader society.
Over its illustrious journey of nearly 150 years, St. Mary’s College has become a pillar of educational excellence in Negombo and its surrounding areas. Known for its commitment to quality education, disciplined environment, and achievements in sports, the college has garnered widespread acclaim. It stands as a testament to its founders’ vision and dedication, continuing to serve the community with integrity and excellence in education, shaping generations of students and contributing significantly to the broader society.
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Sri Lanka Schools Under 19 Division II Football Championships 2011
St. Mary’s College Negombo, renowned for it’s achievements in the field of sports particularly soccer, continues to make news headlines. With active support from the OBA the college soccer team has this time won the prestigious trophy of Sri Lank...
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This tournament attracts a large number of teams from reputed schools island wide and therefore highly competitive. Due to the large number of participants the competition is held in two stages ie. First round of matches at District level and then the winners compete in the second round at national level. St. Mary’s College team fared extremely well in the first round matches played at the College grounds by not conceding any defeat.
First Round
1st Match 4th Oct ’11 St. Mary’s College Negombo vs. Al Hilal MV Negombo
St. Mary’s won by 5-1
2nd Match 7th Oct’11 St. Mary’s College Negombo vs. Joseph Vaz College Wennappuwa
Match drawn 2-2
3rd Match 12th Oct’11 St. Mary’s College Negombo vs. St. Mary’s College Chilaw
St. Mary’s won by 2-0
St. Mary’s College Negombo emerged the Group Champions in the First Round of matches.
Final Round
Quarter Final 12th Nov ’11 St. Mary’s College Negombo vs. St. Thomas College Mt. Lavinia
St. Mary’s won by 2-0
Semi Final 13th Nov’11 St. Mary’s College Negombo vs. Wesley college Colombo
St. Mary’s won by 4-0
Final 14th Nov’11 St. Mary’s College Negombo vs. St. Joseph’s College Colombo
St. Mary’s won by 1-0
St. Mary’s College Negombo emerged the All Island Champions of the tournament.
The College team put up one of the finest displays of sportsmanship and this win is testimony to the skill and commitment of the players, the dedication of the coaches and staff and the active support of well wishers, chief among them the OBA. Members of the OBA along with other well wishers cheered the team right throughout the tournament including the final which was held in Kalmunai.
Darrel Alwaris won the ‘Most Valuable Player of the Tournament’ for his inimitable style of play whereas Defan Fernando was crowned the ‘Best Player of the Final’.
“WELL DONE THE SOCCER TEAM OF ST. MARY’S COLLEGE, NEGOMBO”
