The CR&FC Rugby Side in 1965: A Classic Picture-by Michael Roberts Presented here courtesy of Dr Deepal Lecamvasam of STC, University of Ceylon & Adelaide  Source:Thuppahis A Note from Mohan Sahayam in Brisbane, 14 May 2023: Thanks Michael….. 1965 Great side and a bunch of fantastic guys. One person missing in this pix is Eric Roles. He was in Pulmoddai loading one of our ships: one which we were agents for at Hayleys. Both Eric & I worked for the shipping department and one of us had to go and he always put his hand up as he loved the east coast and loved his Fishing.     ...

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Reggie Bartholomeusz the athletic and rugby star-by Althaf Nawaz Source:Dailynews It is very rare to witness a person engaged in several sporting disciplines especially in the school arena later transforming himself to a top sportsman in one or more sports which enabled him to reach the pinnacle to bring honour and fame to his School, Club and the Country. Reggie Bartholomeusz was one of the finest sportsmen who had a profound career with his school Wesley College later had an enthralling club career finally ending up donning the National jersey for the country handling the oval shaped ball. ...

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