SLAF CADET SAVINDI SHINES AT 4TH CISM MILITARY WORLD CADET GAMES WITH DOUBLE BRONZE VICTORY
August 27, 2024Lady Officer Cadet Savindi JMS, an outstanding swimmer from the Sri Lanka Air Force currently undergoing Cadet Training, has achieved a remarkable feat by winning bronze medals in the 50m freestyle and 100m backstroke competitions at the 4th CISM Military World Cadet Games, held in Venezuela from 16 to 24 August 2024.
The CISM Military World Cadet Games is a prestigious international event organized by the International Military Sports Council (CISM), where military cadets from around the world compete in various sports disciplines. This year, the Games saw participation from leading countries, including Russia, China and Venezuela, providing a platform for young military athletes to perform their sporting talents and represent their nations. A contingent of 10 military cadets representing the tri-forces of Sri Lanka participated in different sports disciplines at the Games.
The SLAF’s primary objective is to raise and inspire SLAF cadets, who represent the young blood of the Officers' Corps, with the goal of moulding them to aspire to Olympic-level excellence and represent Sri Lanka on the world stage.
The Commander of the Air Force, in his capacity as the President of the Air Force Sports Council, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, has consistently strived for excellence in promoting and supporting talented SLAF sports personnel, ensuring they have the resources and encouragement needed to excel in the international sports arena.
Upon her return to Sri Lanka, Lady Officer Cadet Savindi was welcomed with a warm reception at Bandaranaike International Airport today (27 August 2024) by representatives of the Sri Lanka Air Force, who recognized her outstanding accomplishments.
Lady Officer Cadet Savindi JMS, a product of Visaka Vidyalaya, Colombo, has a distinguished background in aquatics, having excelled in swimming throughout her school career. Before joining the Sri Lanka Air Force in 2021, she had already made a name for herself by winning two silver medals and two bronze medals at the 13th South Asian Games in Nepal in 2019 and by representing Sri Lanka at the World Championship in China in 2018.
Her achievements within the Sri Lanka Air Force further highlight her exceptional talent and dedication. Notably, she represented the SLAF swimming team and won five individual gold medals at the 12th Defence Services Games in 2022/2023. Additionally, she was a key member of the SLAF Women’s Water Polo Team that secured the gold medal at the same Games and later went on to win the Championship at the National Water Polo Championship in 2023. Her consistent performances also contributed to the SLAF's victory in the Women's Championship at the President’s Trophy Water Polo Tournament in 2024.
Moreover, her achievements have earned her the title of the Most Outstanding Upcoming Sports Personality of the Year 2022 in the Sri Lanka Air Force, highlighting her potential to continue shining on the international sports arena.
Courtesy - www.airforce.lk