Uganda’s boys’ representatives at the CAF African Schools Football Championship (CECAFA Qualifiers) in Kigali, Rwanda, Amus College School, scooped gold medals.
However, their girls’ side fell short in the semifinals but managed to secure bronze, helping the Pearl of Africa register an impressive campaign throughout the championship.
The boys’ team completed a memorable tournament by defeating hosts Rwanda 1-0 in the final to claim the CECAFA regional title.
The victory saw Amus College crowned champions of the boys’ competition, earning the Ugandan side US$100,000 in prize money.
The girls’ team also delivered a strong performance, securing bronze after defeating hosts Rwanda 2-0 in the third-place playoff.
Their victory ensured Uganda finished the championship with podium finishes in both categories, with the girls’ team receiving US$50,000 for their third-place finish.
Uganda’s impressive campaign was further highlighted by a collection of individual and team accolades presented at the conclusion of the championship.
In the girls’ category, Uganda received the Fair Play Award in recognition of the team’s discipline, sportsmanship, and conduct throughout the competition.
The boys’ team also dominated the individual awards, claiming three of the major honors; Okwi Kennedy (Top Scorer), and Mukasa Junior Stuart (Best Goalkeeper).
Mawanda Vincent Kiza completed Uganda’s individual haul after being crowned the tournament’s Most Valuable Player.
The boys will now shift their attention to the continental stage, where they will represent CECAFA at the finals.
