Springfield College Kandy, located in Anniewatte, marked a significant milestone in its sporting journey
with the opening of two new indoor badminton courts built to international standards. The state-of-the-
art complex, unveiled last week, further strengthens the sporting infrastructure available to students in
the Central Province.
The newly constructed courts are equipped with high-quality synthetic flooring and advanced lighting
systems that meet international specifications, offering an optimal playing environment for both
training and competition. With these facilities, the Springfield Badminton Complex stands among the
finest courts currently available in the region.
As a fully owned subsidiary of Gateway College, Springfield College Kandy will share the facility with
Gateway College Kandy, providing students of both institutions access to top-tier badminton
infrastructure. Outside school hours, the complex will also be open to the public, extending its benefits
to the wider Kandy community and promoting the growth of badminton in the region.
The courts were officially declared open by Dr Harsha Alles, Chairman of the Gateway Group, and Mr
Ramantha Alles, Director, who ceremonially inaugurated the complex by playing a friendly game
together. The event was attended by Mr Asoka Herath, Director; the Principal of Springfield College
Kandy; Heads of Gateway Colleges; along with teachers and students from both Springfield College
Kandy and Gateway College Kandy.
The opening of this badminton complex reflects Springfield and Gateway’s continued commitment to
holistic education—where academic excellence is complemented by world-class sporting opportunities
that nurture discipline, teamwork, and personal growth.