12 December 2024 | More Sports

The She Cranes of Uganda outclassed Eswatini, 85-34, in the ultimate group game at the Africa Netball Cup on Thursday afternoon.

This win propelled the three-time African champions into the semifinals of the 2024 championship.

Uganda dominated and led the game from start to finish with the first ending 27-3 before the lead was stretched to 35 (48-13) by the end of the second quarter.

In the third quarter, coach Nelson Bogere made some changes handing Fildaus Namulema a debut and Christine Namulamba playing time as Uganda had extended their advantage to 63-25.

It was Uganda’s second win in three games, following their win against Namibia on Wednesday having suffered a narrow 49-50 opening-day loss to Zimbabwe.

The She Cranes will take on Malawi in the semifinals scheduled to take place on Friday, December 13.

She Cranes Starting 7

• GS – Mary Nuba
• GA – Irene Eyaru
• WA – Mercy Batamuliza
• C – Margaret Bagala
• WD – Gloria Aya
• GD – Sandra Nambirige
• GK – Faridah Kadondi

Substitutes

• Christine Nakitto (GD)
• Christine Namulumba Kango (GS)
• Shadia Nassanga (GA)
• Fildaus Namulema (C)
• Racheal Nanyonga (GA)

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