Cricket Uganda continued its drive to grow the game at the grassroots level on Wednesday, bringing the 2026 International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s Cricket Week celebrations to MT St Henry’s High School in Mukono.
More than 200 girls took part in an afternoon of cricket activities, learning the basics of batting, bowling and fielding through fun games and introductory coaching sessions.
The event built on the success of last year’s celebration at Gayaza High School, where over 300 girls were introduced to the sport by players from Uganda’s national women’s team, the Victoria Pearls, alongside members of the visiting Canadian national team.
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This year’s programme comes at a special time, running alongside the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England and Wales. While the world’s best players compete on the global stage, Cricket Uganda is ensuring that young girls back home are given a chance to discover and experience the game for themselves.
For many of the students in Mukono, it was their first encounter with cricket. The initiative offered more than sporting skills, exposing participants to values such as teamwork, discipline and leadership.
Cricket Uganda’s focus on schools reflects the sport’s history in the country. Women’s cricket in Uganda has maintained a strong connection with educational institutions since its early development in 2001, with schools continuing to play a key role in identifying and nurturing talent.
Beyond playing opportunities, the sessions also highlighted the many careers available within the sport, including coaching, administration, analysis and sports psychology.
As the Women’s T20 World Cup captures global attention, the excitement in Mukono served as a reminder that Uganda’s next generation of cricketers and leaders is already being shaped on school grounds across the country.
