announce its partnership as the title sponsor of the recently held SwimAmerica Swimming Gala 2025. Organised by Killer Whale Aquatics (KWA), the event brought together over 600 young athletes who competed across multiple disciplines. The competition saw Akitha Bandara emerge as Boys Champion and Wanditha Palapawala as Girls Champion.
SwimAmerica, the official learn-to-swim school system of the American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA), is globally recognised for fostering excellence in aquatic education and competition. This year’s gala not only celebrated the talent of young swimmers but also carried a meaningful purpose, with all proceeds directed to the KWA Foundation. Established in 2024, the foundation supports underprivileged swimmers by funding scholarships, grants, educational workshops, and providing access to world-class training facilities and equipment.
Through this sponsorship, First Capital carried a powerful message, showing that ‘growth isn’t a race with others, it’s with yourself’. This ethos of strength, discipline and personal growth strongly resonated with the athletes and reinforces the fact that excellence is achieved by competing against one’s own limits, both in the pool and in life.
As a highlight of the event, First Capital hosted the exciting ‘Olympic Lung Challenge: a hold-your-breath competition which featured Olympian Kyle Abeysinghe’. This challenge inspired swimmers and spectators alike and created a memorable experience that balanced fun with a message of determination and perseverance.
Speaking on the sponsorship, Randinith Madanayake, Head of Marketing at First Capital Holdings PLC, said, “The SwimAmerica Swimming Gala is more than competition, it’s about instilling discipline, perseverance, and a passion for growth in young athletes. Our engagement through the Olympic Lung Challenge allowed us to connect with the community in a unique way, while our sponsorship reflects First Capital’s wider commitment to creating lasting impact and empowering Sri Lanka’s youth, both in sports and beyond.”
By partnering with KWA and SwimAmerica, First Capital further strengthened its vision of building the next generation through sport and financial empowerment. This sponsorship showcases the company’s commitment to not only fostering excellence in sport but also driving broader community development across the country.
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About First Capital Holdings PLC
First Capital Holdings PLC is a listed full-service investment institution in Sri Lanka, operating as a primary dealer, corporate finance advisor, wealth manager and stockbroker. With strong emphasis on upholding stability, fostering a competitive advantage, and providing an exceptional customer experience, together with the support of JXG (Janashakthi Group), First Capital focuses on staying true to its ‘Performance First’ ethos. The company has been recognised as the Most Valuable Consumer Brand in the Investment Banking sector by Brand Finance for two consecutive years. With over four decades of expertise in providing capital market solutions, the Credit Ratings of First Capital Holdings PLC and First Capital Treasuries PLC (subsidiary) were upgraded by Lanka Credit Rating Agency Limited (LRA) from “A” to “A+” with the outlook revised from positive to stable.
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– Randinith Madanayake – Head of Marketing, First Capital Holdings PLC