The prize giving of the member’s chess tournament
of the Golden Square International Chess Association was held at Lions
Activity Centre on Friday, 10th April 2009. Mrs. Kshanika Hirimburegama,
Vice Chancellor of Colombo University graced the occasion as the chief
guest. Dr. Anil Jasinghe, Director of Colombo South Teaching Hospital
was the guest of honour at this event. While addressing the gathering
Mrs. Hirimburegama mentioned about the achievements of her son International
Rated player, Yasith Hirimburegama after learning chess from Mrs. Suneetha
Wijesuriya. She advised the parents to give more help to their children
to continue chess to be our future Grand Masters. She also admired the
island wide promotional work that Mrs. Suneetha has continuously doing
with the help of her husband, Mr. Bandula Withanage.