Dian Gomes - Sports Hero Section

Building Champions In and Out of the Ring

A lifelong dedication to elevating Sri Lankan sports on the global stage, fostering unwavering discipline, resilience, and true sportsmanship.

Professional Sports Legacy

Sports Leadership & Legacy

A distinguished career in sports administration, defined by a commitment to elevating athletes and institutions globally.

2025 Current

Chairman Lanka IBA Professional Boxing Company

2022

Board Member International Boxing Association (IBA)

2017

President Sri Lanka Boxing Association (Resumed)

2012 — 2016

Member Commonwealth Advisory Body on Sport (CABOS)

2008

Chef De Mission Beijing Olympics — Leading the Sri Lankan delegation

Chairman National Sporting Honors Committee

2004

Chairman Opening Ceremony — Commonwealth Games Assembly

Vice President National Olympic Committee (2004-2016)

2001 — 2007

President Sri Lanka Boxing Association

President National Association of Fencing Sri Lanka

Member ASBC Athletes & Youth Commission

Distinguished honors celebrating a lifetime of commitment to sports excellence.

2008

Olympic Qualification Success

Slimline boxer qualifies for the Olympics under leadership in Kandy.

2013

African Leadership Award

Recognized for outstanding global contribution to sports development.

2014

African Sports Management Award

Awarded for Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Individual Contribution to Sports Management.

Years of Leadership

Executive Positions

International Awards

Olympic Involvements