KCB KOBs Rugby Football Club, one of Uganda’s most iconic rugby clubs, successfully held its 2024 Annual General Meeting at Kati Kati Restaurant and Bar, Lugogo.
The meeting presided over by Club Chairman Dr Luggya Tonny Stone, provided a comprehensive review of the past season and laid out the club’s vision for the future ahead of the election year.
While the club faced challenges in achieving its season targets, there were commendable milestones like winning the Mbarara 7s outing.
In the Uganda Cup, KOBs reached the semi-finals after a strong performance in group games and a quarter-final win against Black Pirates.
Off the field, the club registered more brand visibility and sponsorship success. KOBs rebranded in 2023-2024, securing a new title sponsorship deal with KCB Bank Uganda worth UGX 195 million, UGX 50 million of which was allocated to kit procurement.
This partnership was complemented by a deal with Guinness, which provided UGX 50 million in cash and UGX 40 million in kits, not forgetting a partnership with NRG Radio.
Short and long-term Plans
The long-term vision has three pillars namely; to establish a regional rugby powerhouse, secure financial stability and home facilities, including a stadium, and exploring sponsorship opportunities in health, technology, and sports equipment.
The club aims to extend its partnership with KCB Bank Uganda to a UGX 200 million deal over two to three years while pursuing other sponsorships to bolster performance and infrastructure development.
Words from the Chairman Dr. Luggya Tonny Stone acknowledged the challenges faced in recent seasons but expressed optimism about the club’s future.
“We have returned to the drawing board, determined to end our drought of trophies since 2019. With new leadership from Head Coach Timothy Mudoola, we aim to dominate both the games and the scoreboards this season.”
He further encouraged fans to rally behind the team because the club will definitely register a successful season with them in the stands.
“We call upon all our fans to come enjoy poetry in motion, support the boys in every game and training session, and make every weekend a celebration.”
