The 5th National Kabaddi Secondary Schools Championship, held in Masindi, saw Kyadondo SS Matugga and St. Banabas College Migadde emerge as champions in the boys’ and girls’ categories, respectively. Kyadondo SS Matugga dominated the boys’ category, defeating St. Barnabus College 72-50. Rahim Sekamate and Ngabirano Innocent’s brilliant performances were instrumental in securing the championship for Kyadondo SS Matugga.
St. Banabas College Migadde won the girls’ category, defeating Bombo Army SS 67-33. The team’s victory was fueled by outstanding performances from Nalwoga Nahia, the best raider in the tournament, and Lubango Jovita, the best defender. This win marked St. Banabas College Migadde’s first national trophy since 2019.
The championship, which ran for three days, featured over 40 teams from different parts of the country. The Kabaddi Federation of Uganda’s general secretary, Mr. Mujuni Edgar, hailed the tournament’s success, noting that it has contributed significantly to the development of the sport. However, he cited funding challenges as a major obstacle.
Award Winners
- Girls:
- Best Defender: Lubango Jovita (St. Banabas College Migadde)
- Best Raider: Kirembe Shirat (Kyadondo SS)
- MVP: Nalwoga Nahia (St. Banabas College Migadde)
- Boys:
- Best Defender: Timothy Lubwama (St. Banabas College Migadde)
- Best Raider: Yibanda Derrick (Bombo Army SS)
- MVP: Rahim Sekamate (Kyadondo SS)
