Yapa Appuhamilage Galina Carmel Nadin Basnayake, a 3rd-year, 2nd-semester student at the Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, Department of Psychology at SLIIT Malabe, is a dedicated para swimmer who has made remarkable strides in both national and international competitions. Her journey in swimming began at a very young age, leading to her debut at the 2021 Asian Youth Para Games in Bahrain, where she secured three gold medals and one silver. This experience laid a strong foundation, fostering gratitude, determination, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Her success continued at the 2023 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China, where she earned silver medal, further fueling her ambition.

In 2024, Galina pursued her goals at both international and national levels. At the World Para Swimming Series in Singapore, she placed 4th in the 400m Freestyle and 10th in the 100m Freestyle. Additionally, she secured a bronze medal at the World Para Swimming Open Water Cup in Sardinia, Italy, competing against elite athletes from the USA and France. Domestically, she showcased her talent at the Long Course and Short Course Nationals, competing in a range of freestyle events from 100m to 1500m, each race reinforcing her resilience and sportsmanship.

List of Achievements in 2024:

International:

     1. Citi World Para Swimming Series, Singapore
              a. 400m Freestyle: 4th place
              b. 100m Freestyle: 10th place
     2.Citi World Para Swimming, Open Water Cup, Italy, Sardinia:
              a.3rd place, bronze medal

National:
      1.2024, Long Course Nationals:
              a.1500m Freestyle: 7th place
              b.100, 200, 400, 800m Freestyle: 29th, 17th, 9th, and 9th places respectively
      2.2024, Short course Nationals:
              a.1500m Freestyle: 4th place
              b.400m Freestyle: 7th place
              c.800m Freestyle: 7th place
              d.200m Freestyle: 8th place
              e.100m Freestyle: 20th