Siri Kannangara

Dr Siri Kannangara emigrated to Australia from Sri Lanka in 1977. Two years later he took up his first position on the medical staff with the Australian Youth team. He has since been involved with nearly all national teams, from youth to the Socceroos, including local and overseas tours. He was the first Australian to be appointed by FIFA to its medical committee. His services were also sought by World Series cricket and World Cup hockey.