National Basketball League | Results

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Men

• JKL Dolphins 64-76 KIU Titans

Women

• Nabisunsa Girls 49-53 A1 Challenge

Shooting guard Ahmed Kassa scored 20 points as his new side JKL Dolphins lost to his former paymasters KIU Titans.

This was Kassa’s second game at the new home and he managed 20 points, six rebounds and three assists.

In his debut game against UPDF Tomahawks, he scored 14 points later adding six to those yesterday evening at the Lugogo Arena.

KIU Titans started off on the right foot ending the first quarter with 11 points (29-18). By the end of the first half, the Kasanga side was ahead by 18 (50-32).

After the long break, JKL Dolphins were well-ignited and ready to fight back into the game.

They made a 13-0 run into the second stanza thanks to their rebounding game plan and limited the Titans to only eight points in the third stanza.

The Dolphins were a shadow of themselves as they only posted 10 points as the Titans scored 18 to run away with the victory.

It was the 10th win for the Titans in 12 games while the Dolphins suffered the ninth loss of the campaign in as many outings.

For the Titans Isaiah Mabeny Ater, Amisi Dany Saidi and Innocent Ochera scored 14, 14 and 13 to hit double figures.

While for the Dolphins, Kassa, Fadhili Chuma and Derrick Katumba as well had a double scoring of 20, 10 and 8 points respectively.

However, Chuma had a double-double netting 13 points and picking 11 rebounds.

NBL | Fixtures

Friday, June 23, 2023

Women

• KIU Rangers vs KCCA Leopards

Men

• Nam Blazers vs D-mark Power

Results | Friday, June 17, 2023

• Men: Nam Blazers 52-72 City Oilers
• Women: JKL Lady Dolphins 65-59 JT Lady Jaguars

City Oilers continued their league dominance with yet another well-deserved victory against rivals Namuwongo Blazers.

The defending champions managed to clinch against Nam Blazers in a 72-52 win as the National Basketball League second round kicked off at Lugogo Arena on Friday night.

The win meant that Mandy Jurini’s charges had completed a double against Escodata Stephen Nyeko’s troops since the first leg ended 57-51 in favour of City Oilers.

Huge crowds turned up for the duel underlining that now this is the biggest game of basketball within the borders.

Both sides kicked off with the much-required energy and seal but equally missed their first shots on either flank.

City Oilers later trailed by four points earlier but went on to take home the bragging rights in the first quarter on 23-14 having James Okello’s thrilling handle as the highlight.

To prove that both sides struggled to convert, just like it was in the first quarter they played two minutes into the second quarter without any shot being converted.

However, Ivan Muhwezi converted a three-point jump shot before Chris Basheke Omanye responded to ignite the energetic crowds that kept rallying their sides.

At half-time, the scoreboard read 27-41 and it was City Oilers with a commanding lead.

After the long break, both sides came back with limited steam as they played to 10-12 hence keeping the Oilers in the driving seat before the fourth quarter ended 52-72.

Despite a poor evening on the line, Jimmy Enabu managed to score a game-high of 17 points.

The It Oilers that managed double digits for points were Fayed Bbaale (11) while James Okello, Tonny Drileba and Ivan Muhwezi all scored 10.

Only Paul Odong and Micheal Makiadi scored double digits gathering 14 and 12 points respectively.

It was a poor evening for Nam Blazers’ new signing Julius Trumane who hardly added a point on the scoreboard for his side.

It was the 12th win in 12 games for the Oilers while it was the fourth loss for the Blazers who have only won eight of their 12 outings.

The picturesque county of Kabujogera in Kitagwenda hosted an exhilarating bicycle race yesterday in partnership with the Tooro Kingdom and MTN Uganda.

The race, aimed at promoting sports talent and raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, received overwhelming support from the community.

A total of 26 skilled riders, including 19 manual bike riders and 7 sports bike riders, fearlessly manoeuvred through a challenging 30-kilometre route.

The cyclists braved the rugged roads, pedalling their way from Kabujogera town council to Ntara and back.

Lauben Barekyeraho emerged as the triumphant champion in the ordinary bicycle category, while Joshua Mugume clinched the top spot in the sports bike race.

Their remarkable performances showcased their dedication and skill on the challenging terrain.

Here are some of the images from the event;

The picturesque county of Kabujogera in Kitagwenda witnessed an exhilarating bicycle race yesterday, as the Tooro Kingdom, in partnership with MTN Uganda, hosted a thrilling event that left residents buzzing with excitement.

The race, aimed at promoting sports talent and raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, received overwhelming support from the community.

A total of 26 skilled riders, including 19 manual bike riders and 7 sports bike riders, fearlessly manoeuvred through a challenging 30-kilometre route. The cyclists braved the rugged roads, pedalling their way from Kabujogera town council to Ntara and back.

The race winners were crowned amidst cheers and applause. Lauben Barekyeraho emerged as the triumphant champion in the ordinary bicycle category, while Joshua Mugume clinched the top spot in the sports bike race. Their remarkable performances showcased their dedication and skill on the challenging terrain.

MTN’s sponsorship of the race received praise from various leaders and officials. Obadiah Mwijuka, the Tooro Kingdom County Chief for Kitagwenda, expressed gratitude towards MTN for their unwavering support of the Kingdom’s sports activities.

Mwijuka recalled the cherished memory of when King Oyo’s father, King Patrick David Kaboyo Olimi III, visited the area and played football with pupils at Ntuntu Primary School.

Joseph Ruwheza, the Chairperson of the Kabujogera town council, encouraged the youth to embrace the race as an opportunity to break away from the monotony and avoid harmful temptations.

Aggrey Byaruhanga, the MTN Regional Marketing Manager, urged the young generation to actively participate in the Kingdom’s sports activities while spreading awareness about the urgent need to eliminate HIV/AIDS by 2030.

Byaruhanga reaffirmed MTN’s commitment to supporting Tooro Kingdom’s health campaigns. Ismael Mushemeza, the Kitagwenda district Chairperson, commended Tooro Kingdom for extending its services throughout the entire Kingdom.

He urged residents to take inspiration from the Baganda and wholeheartedly engage in Kingdom activities, thereby taking ownership of their heritage.

Mushemeza also revealed the government’s plans to construct a sports center in Kitagwenda, aiming to enhance co-curricular activities in the region and provide opportunities for young talents to flourish.

The race not only celebrated the winners but also highlighted the positive impact it had on the participants’ lives.

Vincent Tumwebaze, last year’s winner and this year’s second-place finisher, expressed gratitude for the 500,000 Shillings prize money he received from MTN.

He revealed that the funds helped him take care of his health and invest in his small business, paving the way for a brighter future.

MTN’s unwavering support for the Tooro Kingdom bicycle race demonstrated its commitment to promoting sports talent and fostering community engagement.

The race’s success serves as a testament to the power of collaboration in achieving common goals, and it further strengthens the bond between MTN and Tooro Kingdom.

Peace Proscovia will not be in the She Cranes squad that will represent Uganda in the Netball World Cup to be held in Cape Town, South Africa due to personal reasons.

The development left a void in the role of the captaincy of the girls as they take on the long-awaited assignment.

According to Pulse Sports, Irene Eyaru has been advanced from vice-captain to captain. Eyaru will be deputized by experienced Margaret Bagala.

“Eyaru has been promoted to captainship from deputy captain,” Fred Mugerwa, She Cranes head coach told Pulse Sports.

“Eyaru will be deputized by Margaret Bagala because those two are senior members of the team and take up the roles with immense experience,” he added.

“I have a lot of faith and confidence that they will be able to lead their teammates at the upcoming World Cup.”

Eyaru is also captain at her local side KCCA and she will not be new to the demanding role.

According to Mugerwa, the team will be trimmed to 20 players as they enter camp as they continue to dust off the squad.

“We have continued to have the problem of the sun and rain. But that will be put aside the moment we enter the camp because we shall be playing in the indoor,” he noted.

“We are going to reduce the squad to 20 players and the trimming will base on individual performance in particular positions. I’m looking at someone with attacking and defending ability because versatility is always a plus,” he concluded.

She Cranes continues with the preparations ahead of the global competition that will be held from July 28 to August 6.

Uganda is pooled in group D alongside Trinidad and Tobago, Singapore and New Zealand.

 

Tooro Kingdom witnessed an exciting display of talent and determination as the MTN-sponsored Bicycle Race took centre stage in Kyenjojo district.

The event, aimed at raising awareness about HIV/AIDS in the region, featured both ordinary and sports bike races.

In the ordinary bicycle race, Innocent Muhenda of Mukunyu emerged as the winner, leaving the audience in awe of his impressive skills. Muhenda’s victory came along with a reward of Ugx 500,000 from MTN.

On the other hand, Job Musinguzi from Kyenjojo TownCouncil clinched the top spot in the sports bike race, walking away with a cash prize of 400,000 shillings.

Robert Mugabe, Deus Mucunguzi, Tom Birungi, and Clean Ahumuza also displayed their prowess completing the top five in the ordinary bicycle category while Solomon Mpumwire, Ronald Mayanja, Steven Murungi, and Julius Tumusiime secured their positions in the top five in the sports category. Each of these riders received cash prizes ranging from Ugx 25,000 to 100,000.

MTN’s involvement in the event demonstrated its commitment to supporting the development of Tooro Kingdom.

Madina Nabawanuka, the MTN Territory Manager for Mubende and Kyenjojo, expressed the company’s dedication to partnering with the kingdom in various endeavours. She commended the public for choosing MTN as their preferred network and acknowledged Tooro Kingdom for nurturing the talents of its subjects.

Aggrey Byaruhanga, the Regional Marketing Manager at MTN, highlighted the company’s continued engagement with Tooro Kingdom in initiatives such as HIV campaigns and ICT programs. Byaruhanga emphasized MTN’s enthusiasm for collaborating on constructive projects with the kingdom.

Peter Kato Abigaba, the Mwenge South County Chief, applauded MTN for their invaluable partnership and unwavering support for talent within Tooro Kingdom. He urged the public to prioritize their health by getting tested for HIV and promoting peaceful family environments.

The thrilling bicycle race marked another successful collaboration between MTN and Tooro Kingdom. As the event concluded, plans were already underway for the next race scheduled to take place in Kitagwenda District on June 4, 2023, according to Michael Wandera, the kingdom’s Sports Minister.

The MTN-sponsored bicycle race not only showcased the exceptional skills of the riders but also underscored the importance of raising awareness about HIV/AIDS in the Tooro sub-region. It served as a reminder of the power of sports in advocating for healthy lifestyles and fostering community development.

Sunday, May 28

• City Oilers 94-68 Kampala Rockets

Women

• KIU Rangers 84-44 Nabisunsa Girls
• Miracle Eaglets 63-37 A1 Challenge
• KCCA Leopards 68-52 Angels
• UCU Lady Canons 45-56 Magic Stormers

City Oilers easily passed by newbies Kampala Rockets to seal off the National Basketball League with a perfect run.

In a game played at YMCA, City Oilers registered a 94-64 well-deserved win against Kampala Rockets on Sunday evening.

It was the 11th win in 11 games for the league’s record champion while it was the eighth loss for the newcomer who has won only thrice from the 11 outings.

The Oilers were playing for the first time since their early elimination from BAL and their class was written all over the walls.

The first quarter provided a close contest as the Oilers edged the Rockets 20-17.

In the second quarter, it was the same story as the Oilers put in a shift to keep ahead of the Rockets with only a margin of nine points (43-34) by halftime.

After a long break, Mande Juruni’s troops finally found their spark and rhythm commanding a (31-18) run widening the gap to 22 points.

In the fourth quarter, Oilers continued with their dominance to earn a 20-16 run hence climaxing the first round on a high with a 94-68 victory.

On the scoreboard, Jimmy Enabu, Luak Ruai and Ivan Muhwazi carded 14 points.

While Ceasar Kizito and Titus Lual added 13 and 12 to ensure the assignment is sealed.

On the other hand, Gideon Kasasa scored the game’s highest with 23 points and 10 rebounds as Emmanuel Okumu added 17 points for the Rockets.

Sunday May 21, 2023

• NIC 49-37 Prisons

National Insurance Cooperation (NIC) managed to defend the East Africa Netball crown.

In a game played at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Kenya, NIC edged the Uganda Champions 49-37 to own all bragging rights.

Prisons settled for silver as NIC halted their chance of clinching a double.

It was the second consecutive time, NIC was clinching the second consecutive region title after beating KCCA last year.

NIC took the lead right away from the onset picking a 9-6 win in the first quarter and later went on to conclude the first half on top of the duel.

The Prison Wardens tried to put up a fight but it was late to get ahead of the defending champions.

To reach the semifinals, NIC went past Kenya’s Ulinzi to reach the duel of fighting for the prize while Prisons whitewashed Kenya Prisons in a 55-36 well-deserved win.

The final was a chance for NIC to avenge Prisons who had won the home title by a small edge.

MTN Uganda has joined forces with Tooro Kingdom to promote Healthy Living and Sports Development.

The development comes after MTN Uganda announced its partnership with the Kingdom for the highly anticipated second edition of the Bicycle Racing and Masaza Football Tournament.

With a commitment of over Shs150 million in sponsorship, MTN is dedicated to fostering healthy living and sports development among the youth in Tooro Kingdom.

The Masaza Football Tournament and Bicycle Racing, organized by Tooro Kingdom, is set to attract audiences as it runs concurrently across the nine counties of the Kingdom for two months. The initiative serves as a catalyst for engaging the youth in sports activities and providing them with a platform to channel their energy into healthy pursuits.

MTN Uganda believes in the transformative power of sports to uplift communities and empower individuals. John Paul Okwi, the Head of Sponsorships and Events at MTN Uganda, expressed the company’s dedication to this cause. 

“We call upon all the subjects of King Oyo to embrace sports as we raise our voices and encourage the youth to prioritize their well-being by taking good care of themselves, both physically and mentally,” Okwi said.

The Prime Minister of the Kingdom, Stephen Kiyingi Amooti, highlighted the significance of these events.

“Our King HM Oyo Kabamba Iguru has dedicated a lot of his own time and effort to ensure that youths take the reins of leadership in every sphere and area where they are found, but this can only be achieved if they embrace a healthy lifestyle,” he said.

 Michael Wandera, the Tooro Kingdom Minister for Sports, commended MTN for their consistent partnership and support.

“We appreciate the partnership with MTN, which aims to promote healthy well-being among the youths of Tooro through sports.”

The collaboration with Tooro Kingdom for the Masaza Football Tournament and Bicycle Racing showcases MTN’s dedication to uplifting the youth and promoting a healthy lifestyle through the spirit of sports.

Uganda National DanceSport team is off for their maiden Africa-breaking championship.

The tournament will get underway from May 12th to 13th in Rabat City of Morocco.

The tournament is named WDSF African Breaking Championship which doubles as an Olympic qualifier for the fourth coming Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Uganda DanceSport Federation has prepared a team of six athletes to represent the country. All these are B-Boys.

The six athletes are Ronald Ndawula (Bboy Ndawula), Samuel Ziraye (Bboy Saman), Steven Opio (Bboy Pencil), Fahadhi Kiryowa (Bboy Fahadhi), Faruk Luleti (Bboy Skoolboy Faruk) and Frank Kimuli (Bboy Jogo).

Uganda will be glad to have one of their own Mark Kaweesi who will be one of the nine WDSF International Breaking Judges selected to adjudicate at the upcoming championship.

The delegation will be led by the federation’s Chief Executive Officer.