FAU: Futsal Super League 2023 To Kick-Off 21st May.

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April 28, 2023

The competition department of the Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) has issued the complete activity plan for the 2022/23 FAU Competitions Calendar.

The Calendar details all the events and activities that will take place throughout the course of the three-month season.

Apart from the Futsal Super League (FSL) and the Futsal Uganda Cup (FUC), FAU has launched various tournaments, including the U14 Futsal Championship, Primary School Futsal, Secondary School Futsal Championship, and Legends Futsal Cup.

With the introduction of the FSL 2022/23 Club Licensing Regulations on Friday 28th April 2023, the Futsal Super League (FSL) will open up all tournaments on the FAU Calendar.

The U14 Futsal Championship, which will be played by both boys and girls, will then begin on May 16, 2023, before the 2022/23 FSL begins on May 21, 2023.

The Futsal Uganda Cup will begin on May 26th with a round of eight games, while the Primary Schools Futsal Championship (U12) will begin on June 17th.

The Secondary School Futsal Championship (U15), which begins on July 8th and ends on July 22nd, will be the final competition on the calendar.

Bright Stars Face Vipers Away In The First Leg Of The Uganda Cup Semi-Final.

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 28, 2023

Soltilo Bright Stars FC were beaten 5-4 on penalties by Proline FC in the 2018/2019 Stanbic Uganda Cup final.

Vipers has made the previous two Cup finals, winning one and losing one against BUL FC on both occasions.

The two Uganda Premier League clubs, Soltilo Bright Stars and Vipers SC were drawn against each other in the semifinals on Thursday morning at FUFA House in Mengo.

The first leg of the semi-final will be contested between May 14th and 15th at St Mary’s Stadium in Kitende, then follows the second leg between May 20th and 27th.

If the Venoms defeat the Bright Stars, they will play in their third successive final of the season, in addition to attempting to win a double trophy.

Stars are currently 11th with 28 points compared to Vipers sitting in 3rd place with 39 points in the Uganda Premier League

City Oilers’ BAL debut ends in defeat

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 28, 2023

City Oilers come up just short in their Basketball Africa League debut as they fall 89-71 to Clube Atlético Petroleos de Luanda in the 2023 BAL Nile conference games held at Dr Hassan Moustafa Sports Hall, Egypt.

CAIRO, April 27, Uganda’s representative had the unenviable task of facing Angola’s Petro de Luanda in their first-ever BAL game.

Uganda’s eight-time champions, City Oilers could not match one of the best to ever play in the league as the Angolans finished third in the inaugural season, second in last season, and now one of the title contenders.

José Alves dos Santos Neto, the Basketball Africa League’s Coach of the Year for 2022, elected to open the game with all five Angolans on the floor. With the likes of Ater Majok, Souleyman Diabate, and Damian Hollis on the sideline.

The 2022 league finalists got out to a fast start, scoring 10 points in the first 3’50” and holding the Ugandans to zero points, forcing Mandy Juruni to request a timeout to adjust his tactics.

The Oilers ended up trailing 21-14 in the first quarter but produced a better second-quarter performance, winning 25-21 to go into the half-time break trailing by just three points, 42-39.

Pedro de Luanda came out strong in the third and fourth quarters and took the 18-point lead to take the game. 24-20, 23-12 in the third and fourth quarters respectively to win the first game of the 2023 BAL Nile conference.

Damian Hollis came off the bench to record a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds.

Petro was led by Aboubacar Gakou, who put in 16 points while also pulling down 6 rebounds. Carlos Morais, Childe Dundao, and Damian Hollis contributed 11 points apiece

On the side of Mandy Juruni’s City Oilers, the American duo of James Justice Junior and Falando Jones combined for 42 of 71 scored by the Ugandan champions. Titus Odeke added 10 points

The City Oilers shot 23-of-68 field goals compared to Petro’s 28-of-69 field goals. However, The Ugandan champions had 14 points from Petro’s turnovers while also recording 28 points from the paint.

Petro de Luanda had 7 points from Turnovers and 28 points from the paint. This means that Mandy Juruni’s City Oilers should work on their shooting accuracy.

Uganda’s flag bearers will have an opportunity to bounce back when they confront Al Ahly Sports Club while Petro de Luanda faces CF da Beira on Friday, April 29 at the same arena.

Peace Cup: Rayon Sports resist fight back from Police FC

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Evode Munyeshuri

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April 27, 2023

Rayon Sports beat Police FC 3-2 in the first leg of 2023 Peace Cup quaterfinal | Photo: IGIHE

***Rayon Sports FC built a three-goal lead and looked to be cruising to victory* before Police scored twice to set up a nervy *finish in the first leg of the 2023 Peace Cup quarterfinals.***

On Wednesday, April 26, Francis Haringingo’s team had a three-goal lead after 30 minutes thanks to goals from Eric Ngendahimana, Musa Esenu, and Essomba Willy Onana. However, Didier Mugisha’s quick-fire goals had Gikundiro supporters at the Muhanga Stadium biting their nails before yelling in celebration at the final whistle.

Eric Ngendahimana, a midfielder scored a header from a set piece to give Rayons a ninth-minute lead before Ugandan striker Musa Esenu doubled the lead six minutes later to give the Blues a commanding lead.

Vincent Mashami was forced to act momentarily. He swiftly replaced the veteran Jean Baptiste Mugiraneza and introduced a youthful Hesbon Rutonesha.

Essomba Leandre Willy Onana scored a wonderful solo goal with a run from the midfield line in the 30th minute to complete a flawless finish for Rayon Sports and make it 3-0 in this Peace Cup quarterfinal match.

Police FC pulled a goal back in the 45th minute through Didier Mugisha with a stunning right-footed effort.

18 minutes after the interval, Didier Mugisha scored from the penalty spot after being shoved in the penalty area to give Rayon Sports a late scare as the cops overpowered them.

Rayon Sports faced a significant threat after going up 3-0. However, they won 3-2. The second leg is set on May 3rd, 2023 And the winner will square off against Mukura VS in the semifinal match.

Earlier at the same venue, SC Kiyovu beat Rwamagana City 3-0 (5-3 on aggregate) to set up an other Peace Cup semi-final clash with APR FC.

REG Volleyball Club Outlasts APR in Five Set Thriller

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Evode Munyeshuri

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April 24, 2023

REG Volleyball Clubr — REG Volleyball Club beat in a thrilling five-set match | Photo: FRVB

REG Volleyball Club held off APR Volleyball Club in an exciting five-set match to successfully complete the opening round.

KIMISAGARA, April 24, The Volleyball Fans were on the edge of their seats during the five-set thriller between REG and APR VC, and in the end, the defending champions, REG Volleyball Club fought hard to secure a thrilling victory to cap off the weekend in grand fashion.

The excitement and tension could be felt even before the game started between the former champions, APR Volleyball Club and reining champions, REG Volleyball Club

It was a close game from start to finish with the electricians taking the first set 25-23.

Elie Mutabazi’s APR rebounded after losing the first set to win the second. The set was considerably tighter than expected since the two teams fought tooth and nail the entire time. However, the army team prevailed 26–24.

The same to second set, the third one was another thriller. Despite tying the set 24-24, the defending champions fell 26-24 again as the match headed to a fourth set.

In a very quick set, Pierre Marshal Kwizera and his REG team refused to go away, leading for most of the fourth set and took it 25-17 to force a deciding set.

In the last set, there was a lot of tension and excitement. With points being exchanged back and forth, the fifth set was quite similar to the second and third. However The REG Volleyball Club ultimately defeated the APR 16-14 to take both the set and the game.

REG Volleyball Club Outlasts APR in Five Set Thriller — The REG volleyball team celebrates winning a match against APR on April 23 at Kimisagara indoor court | Photo credit: Innocent SHEMA

The 3-2 set win helped REG finish the first round on a good note, as did Gisagara VC, who defeated a strong Police team 3-1.

Yakan’s Gisagara leads the way after the first round, followed by REG Volleyball and APR in second and third place, respectively.

The next stop is in Gisagara for the second round scheduled between 29-30 April 2023

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Tax Collectors URA Refuse to Grant Vipers a Victory

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 23, 2023

Patrick Mbowa - 14 Scored the lone Goal For URA, Photo Credit: UPL

Visitors, URA was determined to retain a 2-point gap against Vipers SC under the newly installed floodlights.

Both teams had chances to score early on, with URA’s Patrick Mbowa’s long range shot from 18 yards out going past Vipers goalkeeper Fabien. 10 minutes into the Abubakar Lawal of the Vipers nearly scored with only the goalkeeper in between him and the goal, but Alionzi saved the day.

After 13 minutes of scoreless play, The tax collectors broke the tie when Patrick Mbowa’s long-range strike from 18 yards out caught Fabien off-guard and went right in.

In order to tie 1-1, Vipers SC, the current StarTimes Uganda Premier League champions, had to come from behind thanks to a goal by Karim Ndugwa at the 30-minute mark to offset Patrick’s opening goal of the match.

As a result, Vipers missed the opportunity to move up to second on the log, which gave table-toppers SC Villa some breathing room after their loss to Arua Hill earlier in the week.

Rene Sahabu Eyeing up promotion with Kepler

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Evode Munyeshuri

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April 22, 2023

Rene Sahabu Eyeing up promotion with Kepler — Coach Rene Sahabu giving instructions in time-out during Saturday matchup between Kepler and Spartans

Kepler College ease past the Spartans to improve to 10-1 in the league and Rene Sahabu claims that promotion is the ultimate goal for the club amid their maiden season.

Kepler’s 73-36 thrashing of Spartans has been the latest of a strong run of performances for the team that is contesting in Rwanda Basketball League Division 2 for the first time.

Under the stewardship of Rene Sahabu, Kepler has had an amazing season as they have a 10-1 overall record this year and have yet to suffer a home loss.

In an exclusive post-match interview, Kepler head coach, Rene Sahabu reveals his optimism for the club following recent performances.

Rene Sahabu states: “Our main objectives this season are to achieve a top-flight promotion, help young aspiring players develop their talent, and gain exposure at a local and international level. Our utmost target, though, remains a promotion.”

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“Having a leader who is really enthusiastic about the game is highly valuable. She backs us up in everything and is practically at all of our games. The boys put in a lot of effort because they can sense the institution’s support, which gives us confidence that we will succeed,” said Coach Sahabu

Kepler traveled to Huye district after defeating Kami Kabange’s Spartans with ease. Tomorrow, Sunday, April 23, they will rub shoulders with UR Huye. Patrick Murwanashyaka and Iman Rutayisire, who were both rested against the Spartans, are part of the group that traveled to the quest for their season-high eleventh victory.

Kevin Siakam, Pascal Siakam’s younger cousin is the new addition to the team. He joined Kepler before the start of 2nd leg.

Kepler tops Group B of the Rwanda Basketball League D2 with a 10-1 win-loss record. Should they finish in the top two, they will advance to the playoffs alongside the Group A clubs, and the finalists will be promoted to the Rwanda Basketball League.

City Oilers Reveal Travelling Squad For BAL Nile Conference.

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 20, 2023

Uganda’s top-ranked basketball club, City Oilers, will be representing the nation in the Nile Conference of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in 2023.

The City Oilers, popularly known as ‘The Oilers,’ have won eight FUBA National Basketball League championships in a row, as well as the 2016 and 2017 FIBA Africa Zone V Clubs championships. They’ve also earned a name for themselves on the international scene, having competed in the 2019 FIBA Africa Clubs Champions Cup.

The BAL Nile Conference will be held in the Dr. Hassan Moustafa Sports Hall in Cairo, Egypt, from Wednesday, April 26th to Saturday, May 6th, 2023. City Oilers will compete against five other African clubs, namely Petro De Luanda on April 27, Al Ahly on April 28, SLAC on May 2, CFV Beira on May 5, and Cape Town on May 6.

“We are thrilled to be representing Uganda as we make our debut at the Basketball Africa
League. Our team has a winning mentality, and we are excited to showcase our skills on
the continent’s biggest stage,” stated head coach Mandy Juruni.

Tonny Drileba, Jimmy Enabu, Ivan Muhwezi, Fayed Baale, Titus Lual Odeke, James ‘Oxsy’ Okello, Edrine Walujjo, Abdulhakim Ghedi, Germaine Roebuck Jr., William Ngor, Fallando Jones, and James Justice Jr. comprise the traveling team.

The Oilers qualified for the Basketball Africa League for the first time in 2022 and will play in the 2023 season.

The Oilers will have their final training session in the Lugogo Indoor Arena TODAY, Thursday, April 20th, 2023, at 8 p.m., before departing Uganda on Saturday, April 22nd, 2023.

FERWABA: Mrs. Fiona Ishimwe to take over from Landry Jabo as an Executive Director

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Evode Munyeshuri

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April 20, 2023

The Rwanda Basketball Federation, FERWABA reportedly appointed Mrs. Fiona Ishimwe Cynthia Ishimwe as the new Executive Director following Landry Jabo’s resignation.

KIGALI, April 20, 2023, FERWABA, Rwanda’s Basketball governing body, announced the appointment of Fiona Cynthia Ishimwe as the federation’s new executive director (ED), taking over from Landry Jabo who resigned a month ago although the reason for his resignation has not been established.

The FERWABA President stated in a letter to club members that the federation authorized Mr. Jabo’s departure, and Mrs. Ishimwe will take office on April 21, 2023.

“We are pleased to write to inform you that the Executive Committee has approved Mr. Landy Jabo’s resignation as ED. His last day in office is tomorrow, April 21, 2023, thus Madam Fiona Cynthia Ishimwe will take over.” Said Desire Mugwiza.

Mr. Landry Jabo steps down as Ferwaba ED

The members were notified by FERWABA that they would continue to collaborate closely with Mr. Landry Jabo in the events planning and sponsorship coordination. Jabo was the first-ever ED of the Federation, joining in January 2021 as the federation’s executive director and organizer of the 2021 Afro basket at the same time.

Mrs. Ishimwe, former National team player and The Hoops Rwanda captain, has worked in the Federation’s financial office for some time. As a new ED, she will oversee the strategic direction of the federation.

Maroons FC In Substantial Sponsorship Deal Worth 200M With Ngetta Holdings.

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 20, 2023

Maroons FC enacted a major sponsorship deal with Ngetta Tropical Holdings, a cooking oil producer best known for their Virgin Gold Sunflower cooking oil.

Ngetta Tropical Holdings has previously supported Maroons FC. The firm inked a one-year sponsorship arrangement with the team worth 130 million shillings in 2018. The UGX 200 million sponsorship agreement was made public yesterday, Wednesday, April 19 at the Uganda Prisons Service Headquarters on Parliamentary Avenue in Kampala.

The collaboration between the Maroons and Ngetta is an excellent move for the club’s growth and advancement, and both sides are excited about the possibilities it will offer.

“Our sponsorship deal is not an accident, it’s a step in the right direction, and I would like to appreciate the work done by the Maroons FC board,” stated the Commissioner General of Prisons, Dr. Johnson Byabashaija.

“We shall continue to build and enhance positive relations within and outside the service while at the same time adhering to the directives from the President to domicile talented sportsmen in the Country,” he added.

Maroons FC is 11th in the league standings with 27 points and will play UPDF FC on Matchday 24.

FAU: Futsal Super League 2023 To Kick-Off 21st May.

The competition department of the Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) has issued the complete activity plan for the 2022/23 FAU Competitions Calendar.

Bright Stars Face Vipers Away In The First Leg Of The Uganda Cup Semi-Final.

Soltilo Bright Stars FC were beaten 5-4 on penalties by Proline FC in the 2018/2019 Stanbic Uganda Cup final.

City Oilers’ BAL debut ends in defeat

City Oilers come up just short in their Basketball Africa League debut as they fall 89-71 to Clube Atlético Petroleos de Luanda in the 2023 BAL Nile conference games held at Dr Hassan Moustafa Sports Hall, Egypt.

Peace Cup: Rayon Sports resist fight back from Police FC

***Rayon Sports FC built a three-goal lead and looked to be cruising to victory* before Police scored twice to set up a nervy *finish in the first leg of the 2023 Peace Cup quarterfinals.***

REG Volleyball Club Outlasts APR in Five Set Thriller

REG Volleyball Club held off APR Volleyball Club in an exciting five-set match to successfully complete the opening round.

Tax Collectors URA Refuse to Grant Vipers a Victory

Visitors, URA was determined to retain a 2-point gap against Vipers SC under the newly installed floodlights.

Rene Sahabu Eyeing up promotion with Kepler

Kepler College ease past the Spartans to improve to 10-1 in the league and Rene Sahabu claims that promotion is the ultimate goal for the club amid their maiden season.

City Oilers Reveal Travelling Squad For BAL Nile Conference.

Uganda’s top-ranked basketball club, City Oilers, will be representing the nation in the Nile Conference of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in 2023.

FERWABA: Mrs. Fiona Ishimwe to take over from Landry Jabo as an Executive Director

The Rwanda Basketball Federation, FERWABA reportedly appointed Mrs. Fiona Ishimwe Cynthia Ishimwe as the new Executive Director following Landry Jabo’s resignation.

Maroons FC In Substantial Sponsorship Deal Worth 200M With Ngetta Holdings.

Maroons FC enacted a major sponsorship deal with Ngetta Tropical Holdings, a cooking oil producer best known for their Virgin Gold Sunflower cooking oil.

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The competition department of the Futsal Association Uganda (FAU) has issued the complete activity plan for the 2022/23 FAU Competitions Calendar.

Soltilo Bright Stars FC were beaten 5-4 on penalties by Proline FC in the 2018/2019 Stanbic Uganda Cup final.

City Oilers come up just short in their Basketball Africa League debut as they fall 89-71 to Clube Atlético Petroleos de Luanda in the 2023 BAL Nile conference games held at Dr Hassan Moustafa Sports Hall, Egypt.

Rayon Sports FC built a three-goal lead and looked to be cruising to victory before Police scored twice to set up a nervy finish in the first leg of the 2023 Peace Cup quarterfinals.

REG Volleyball Club held off APR Volleyball Club in an exciting five-set match to successfully complete the opening round.

Visitors, URA was determined to retain a 2-point gap against Vipers SC under the newly installed floodlights.

Kepler College ease past the Spartans to improve to 10-1 in the league and Rene Sahabu claims that promotion is the ultimate goal for the club amid their maiden season.

Uganda’s top-ranked basketball club, City Oilers, will be representing the nation in the Nile Conference of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in 2023.

The Rwanda Basketball Federation, FERWABA reportedly appointed Mrs. Fiona Ishimwe Cynthia Ishimwe as the new Executive Director following Landry Jabo’s resignation.

Maroons FC enacted a major sponsorship deal with Ngetta Tropical Holdings, a cooking oil producer best known for their Virgin Gold Sunflower cooking oil.

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***Rayon Sports FC built a three-goal lead and looked to be cruising to victory* before Police scored twice to set up a nervy *finish in the first leg of the 2023 Peace Cup quarterfinals.***