Mohamed Shuaibdeen
Mohamed Shuaibdeen, a distinguished boxer from Hameed Al Husseinie College, Colombo 12, stands among the finest school-level athletes of his era. Through unwavering dedication, discipline, and natural talent, he rose to prominence in the mid-1970s, earning recognition at national youth meets and prestigious inter-school boxing tournaments across the country.
Representing Hameed Al Husseinie College, Shuaibdeen quickly made a name for himself in the lower weight categories. His speed, technique, and ring intelligence helped him secure multiple titles at a very young age, marking him as one of the top prospects in school boxing.
Throughout his active years, particularly between 1975 and 1977, Mohamed Shuaibdeen consistently excelled in both Colombo and national-level meets, collecting several championships and runner-up titles. His impressive record includes:
- L.V. Jayaweera Meet Flyweight (80 lbs): Winner
- T.B. Jayah Meet – Flyweight (80 lbs): Winner
- Stubbs Shield – 80 lbs: Runner-up
- Youth Championship – 80 lbs: Winner
- Youth Meet-85 lbs: Winner
- Stubbs Shield – 85 lbs: Winner
- Stunt/Stubbs Shield – 85 lbs: Winner
- Stubbs Shield 90 lbs: Winner
- Stubbs Shield – 95 lbs: Winner
- Colombo vs. Outstation Schools Meet – 95 lbs: Runner-up
Shuaibdeen's achievements reflect the rich boxing culture of Hameed Al Husseinie College and highlight his commitment to excellence. His journey continues to inspire young boxers who follow in his footsteps, proving that determination and discipline can lead to lasting recognition in Sri Lankan boxing.