Mr. PC Thotawaththa is a dynamic scholar excelling in Sport Sciences and Management. He holds a Second Class Upper Division BSc (Honours) in Sport Sciences and Management from Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. His undergraduate final research project earned him the Best Sports Literature Scholars award at the Sabuddhi Sports Literature Awards 2021.

As a Lecturer (Probationary) in Sport Sciences and Management at the Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Mr. Thotawaththa is passionate about educating and molding future sports professionals. His expertise and dedication in the field are evident in the knowledge and skills he imparts to his students.

Mr. Thotawaththa's academic achievements make him a valuable asset to the academic community. His contribution to the field of Sport Sciences and Management is widely recognized, and he continues to pursue research and innovation in this area. With his exceptional academic credentials and expertise in the field, Mr. Thotawaththa is poised to make a significant impact in the sports field.

Previous Career History

• Temporary Assistant Lecturer, Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2022 - 2023)
• Temporary Demonstrator, Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2021 - 2022)
• Sports Massaging & Physical Therapy Trainee, Sports Medicine Unit Teaching Hospital Karapitiya, Galle (2019 - 2020)

• CECS Level 1 Youth Coach - World Athletics
• Athletic Assistant Technical Officer (Grade 4) – Athletic Association of Sri Lanka
• National Level Judge - Sri Lanka Gymnastic Association.
• Member - Sports Masseur and Physical Therapy Assistant Association of Sri Lanka
• Member - Nutrition Society of Sri Lanka (NSSL)

• Sport Biomechanics
• Sports Training Methodology
• Sports Strength & Conditioning
• Performance Analysis
• Exercise Physiology
• Sport Management

Journal Article Publications

• Thotawaththa P. C., Chandana A. A Triple Jump Performance Optimization Model Based on Flight Phase Biomechanical Factors. IOSR Journal of Sports and Physical Education (IOSR-JSPE). 2021;8(4): 10-17. DOI: https://doi.org/10.9790/6737-08041017
• Lakmal H. L. C., Thotawaththa P. C. and Chandana A. W. S., "The Kinematic Analysis and Comparison of Foreign and National 110 m Hurdling Techniques in Sri Lanka," International Journal of Research in Engineering and Innovation. 2021;5(4): 1-6. DOl: https://doi.org/10.36037/IJREI.2021.5403
• Thotawaththa P. C., Chandana AWS. Effectiveness of the biomechanical factors related to triple jump performance prediction during COVID-19 period in Sri Lanka. South Florida Journal of Development. 2022;3(1):1351-1359. DOI: https://doi.org/10.46932/sfjdv3n1-104
• Thotawaththa, P. C., & Chandana, A. W. S. The Effect of the Basic Meso-Cycle of the General Preparation Period on The Improvement of Long Jump Performance and Fitness Level. International Journal of Physical Education, Sports, And Health. 2023;10(1), 409-416. DOl: https://doi.org/10.22271/kheljournal.2023.v10.i1f.2815
• Thotawaththa, P. C., & Chandana, A. W. S. The Impact of Six Weeks of Plyometric Training Program on Agility, Explosive Power, And Acceleration Performance in Young Elite Tennis Players. IOSR Journal of Sports and Physical Education (IOSR-JSPE). 2023; 10(4):45-53. DOI: https://doi.org/10.9790/6737-10044553
• Thotawaththa, P. C., Gamlath, G. R. A. C., & Ekanayake, L. (2023). Effects of an 8-Week Plyometric Program on Acceleration, Power, and Change of Direction Speed (Using COD Deficit) on Elite Squash Players in Sri Lanka. Journal of Sports and Physical Education Studies, 3(3), 24-31. DOI: https://doi.org/10.32996/jspes.2023.3.3.3

Review Article Publications

• Thotawaththa, P. C., Chandana A. W. S. Sagittal Plane Release Parameters of the Javelin Throwing: A Review, IOSR Journal of Sports and Physical Education (IOSR-JSPE). 2021;8(6):12-22. DOI: https://doi.org/10.9790/6737-08061222

• The Best Sports Literature Scholars – Sabuddhi Sports Literature Awards 2021

Invited Speaker – Seminar on "Live Well, Your Way" 2024 at the University of Management and Technology, Vietnam.

Extension Courses

• Certificate in Sports Masseur and Physical Therapy Assistant - Sri Lanka Foundation (SLF) 2020

Short Courses

World Athletics

• World Athletics CECS Level 1 Youth Coaches' Course 2025
• Kids Athletics eLearning Course 2025
• Safeguarding Essentials Course 2025

Athlete365 Courses - International Olympic Committee (IOC)

• Physical Preparation
• Sport Event Management
• Sports Coaching
• Professional Sport Management
• Sports Psychology
• Understanding Sports Injury

Workshops

• Workshop on Sports Analytics - International Statistics Conference 2024 (ISC 2024)
• Workshop on Sport Biomechanics - International Conference on Applied Sports 2023 (ICAS 2023)
• 1^st & 2^nd Sri Lanka Seminar on Sports Coaching 2019 - Organized by National Institute of Sports Science Sri Lanka
• Workshop on Basic Skills of Sports Taping to Become a Sports Taping Applicator - Organized by Sri Lanka Foundation

Other

• Olympic Solidarity Sport Administration Course - National Olympic Community of Sri Lanka (NOCSL)
• The Pearson Test of English Academic – 2024
• Certificate English Course (Intermediate) - British Council of Sri Lanka
• Athletic Talent Identification & Coaching Program 2017 - Organized by the Department of Sports Sciences and Physical Education

Conference Participation

• Oral Presenter - International Conference on Applied Sports 2023 (ICAS 2023)     
• Oral Presenter - 7^th International Conference on Education and Distance Learning (2021)
• Delegate - Annual Scientific Sessions (The Nutrition Society of Sri Lanka) 2020
• Delegate - Sri Lanka Sports &Exercise Medicine Conference (SLSEM) 2018

• Wijesignhe W.T.D.  & Thotawaththa P.C. The Effect of An Eight-Week Speed Endurance Training Program on Anaerobic Performance in Male Intermediate 400m Athletes at Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. International Physical Education & Sports Conference - 2025, ISSN 2231-3265, India, February 2025.

• Bandara H.K.L.R. & Thotawaththa P.C. Effect of Unilateral Strength Training on Maximum Strength and Jumping Performance in Intermediate Triple Jumpers at Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. International Physical Education & Sports Conference - 2025, ISSN 2231-3265, India, February 2025.

• Chandana, A. W. S. & Thotawaththa, P. C., The Technical Report of National Trial on Long Jump and Triple Jump in February 2022, Sri Lanka. International Conference on Applied Sports (ICAS 2023), ISSN 3021-6559, Sri Lanka, October 2023.

• Thotawaththa, P. C. & Gamlath G. R. A. C., Effect of short-term Plyometric Training during the in-season on Young Tennis players’ Agility and Explosive Power. International Conference on Applied Sports (ICAS 2023), ISSN 3021-6559, Sri Lanka, October 2023.

• CECS Level 1 Youth Coach - World Athletics
• Athletic Assistant Technical Officer (Grade 4) – Athletic Association of Sri Lanka
• Organization Committee Member & Session Rapporteur (Committees – Fundraising, Event Management and Technical, Web and Conference Management Handling) International Conference on Applied Sports 2023 (ICAS 2023)
• Logistics Committee Member - International Conference on Applied Sciences – Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICAPS 2023)
• Promotion and Technical Committee Member – Undergraduate Research Symposium of Technology and 3^rd Applied Sciences Undergraduate Research Symposium (URSTech & APSURS 2024)
• Member of Faculty Web Development Committee, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2024 - to date) 

• Exercise Physiology
• Exercise Biochemistry
• Movement Concepts, Skill Analysis, Performance and Practices in Athletics
  • Track Events
  • Field Events (Jumps)
  • Field Events (Throws)
• Foundation of Movement Skill Acquisition in Athletics
  • Track Events
  • Field Events (Jumps)
  • Field Events (Throws)
• Specialization of Selected Sport – Athletics
• Comparative Sports
• Foundation of Professional Development

Sports Colours (Athletics)

• Sri Lanka University Colours (SLUSA Colour Award) 2016
• Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka Colours 2016
• Richmond College Colours 2016
• Southern Province School Sports Colours 2012, 2013, 2014
• Sri Devananda College Colours 2009

Sports Certificates

• 12^th Sri Lanka University Games-2016 - 4 x100m - First Place
• Junior National Championship-2012 - Triple Jump Boys under 18 - Second Place
• Junior National Championship-2010 - Triple Jump Boys under 16 - Second Place
• XXV^th National Youth Sports Festival-2013 - 4 x 100m Boys under 20 - Second Place
• All Island School Games-2009 - Long Jump Boys under 15 - Third Place
• All Island School Games-2013 - 100 m Boys under 19 - Colors Achievement