Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Friday, December 17, 2010
UCU Lady Canons Win The Series 4-0 To Take The 2010 FUBA Championship Trophy
UCU Lady Canons : 69
A1 Challenge : 61
Determination and belief plus an ingredient of hardwork saw the Lady Canons win the FUBA 2010 Championship in the Ladies Category.
A late fight put on by A1 Challenge was not enough to shake off the Lady Canons off their firm grip on the game later on the championship.
With the inspiration of their senior players in Kyomugisha Gloria, Mulwana Olivia, Mavita Ali, Namayega Josephine and Namukasa Betty, A1 still fell short. Okot Barbra whose well known for her lethal 3 point shooting capabilities and Olivia Mulwana who doubles up as her partner in crime were kept from playing their game thanks to the take-no-prisoners-hostage defensive strategy of the Lady Canons.
Angella Lokidi had a fairly good game both offensively and defensively putting a couple of hard earned rebounds that kept the Lady Canons defense on the alert.
A1's Maggie who was called into the squad following the injury on Bazira Liz and the gap left by the departure of Anne Vogts showed blistering perfection in her shots. But whether it was a case of too little to late, you decide.
Once again the almost perfect execution of the Lady Canons offense and staying uptight in the defense collectively as a unit turned out key in their victory. With Brenda Mbone, Akinyi Lorraine, Anastacia Njeri and Frances Nabulobi worked intelligently, though not as authoritatively as in the previous games, but they managed to keep their lead intact.
The adventurous spirit in Brenda kept her running into the A1 defense and picking the fouls. Her free throw shot accuracy was good. It should be said that the overall free throw shooting accuracy of the Lady Canons was much superior as compared to that of A1 Challenge.
The re-building phase in the A1 Challenge team begins as afew of the players call it quits and scouting has to be done so as to find replacements for the gaps left.
A blend of the vibrance and athleticism that the young blood can bring to the team mixed with the calm and experience of the other team players in the squad can form a compact squad to be reckoned with.
The spotlight will be on the maturity of the youthful A1 Challenge team; Dorcas and Fredrickah and whether they are ready to be given playing time as a new season begins in a few months to come.
However, we also wait to see whether the A1 Coach, Mr. Nyambogo Hamza will stay put at the club and work out a come-back plan for the next season.
Times come and times go but one thing that we should be certain of is that the 2011 season guarantees us more flair, guts, competition and nail-biting drama.
Scoring Statistics:
UCU Lady Canons
Anastacia Njeri: 14 points
Amoding Maureen: 15 points
Mbone Brenda : 13 points
A1 Challenge
Hatima Kassim : 15 points
Mavita Ali : 7 points
I remain,
A.I.J
A1 Challenge : 61
Determination and belief plus an ingredient of hardwork saw the Lady Canons win the FUBA 2010 Championship in the Ladies Category.
A late fight put on by A1 Challenge was not enough to shake off the Lady Canons off their firm grip on the game later on the championship.
With the inspiration of their senior players in Kyomugisha Gloria, Mulwana Olivia, Mavita Ali, Namayega Josephine and Namukasa Betty, A1 still fell short. Okot Barbra whose well known for her lethal 3 point shooting capabilities and Olivia Mulwana who doubles up as her partner in crime were kept from playing their game thanks to the take-no-prisoners-hostage defensive strategy of the Lady Canons.
Angella Lokidi had a fairly good game both offensively and defensively putting a couple of hard earned rebounds that kept the Lady Canons defense on the alert.
A1's Maggie who was called into the squad following the injury on Bazira Liz and the gap left by the departure of Anne Vogts showed blistering perfection in her shots. But whether it was a case of too little to late, you decide.
Once again the almost perfect execution of the Lady Canons offense and staying uptight in the defense collectively as a unit turned out key in their victory. With Brenda Mbone, Akinyi Lorraine, Anastacia Njeri and Frances Nabulobi worked intelligently, though not as authoritatively as in the previous games, but they managed to keep their lead intact.
The adventurous spirit in Brenda kept her running into the A1 defense and picking the fouls. Her free throw shot accuracy was good. It should be said that the overall free throw shooting accuracy of the Lady Canons was much superior as compared to that of A1 Challenge.
The re-building phase in the A1 Challenge team begins as afew of the players call it quits and scouting has to be done so as to find replacements for the gaps left.
A blend of the vibrance and athleticism that the young blood can bring to the team mixed with the calm and experience of the other team players in the squad can form a compact squad to be reckoned with.
The spotlight will be on the maturity of the youthful A1 Challenge team; Dorcas and Fredrickah and whether they are ready to be given playing time as a new season begins in a few months to come.
However, we also wait to see whether the A1 Coach, Mr. Nyambogo Hamza will stay put at the club and work out a come-back plan for the next season.
Times come and times go but one thing that we should be certain of is that the 2011 season guarantees us more flair, guts, competition and nail-biting drama.
Scoring Statistics:
UCU Lady Canons
Anastacia Njeri: 14 points
Amoding Maureen: 15 points
Mbone Brenda : 13 points
A1 Challenge
Hatima Kassim : 15 points
Mavita Ali : 7 points
I remain,
A.I.J
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
UCU Lady Canons Win The 2010 Ladies FUBA Championship Best-Of-Seven Finals 4 : 0
UCU Lady Canons : 69
A1 Challenge : 61
Lady Canons literally dominated from start to finish in all departments and their anti-dote was hardly figured out tactically.
They went on to win the series 4:0 a "clean sweep" which literally sends the entire A1 camp to the drawing board to plan on how to get titles back into the trophy board.
Full story coming up soon.
A1 Challenge : 61
Lady Canons literally dominated from start to finish in all departments and their anti-dote was hardly figured out tactically.
They went on to win the series 4:0 a "clean sweep" which literally sends the entire A1 camp to the drawing board to plan on how to get titles back into the trophy board.
Full story coming up soon.
Monday, December 6, 2010
UCU Lady Canons Defeat A1 Challenge 66 : 50 To Take The Series To 3-0
Game III, which i thought would be a spectacle to the eye turned out to be pretty dull in as far as guts and the fighting spirit is concerned.
The Lady Canons bench was pretty much the same prior to the start of the game with every one of them looking to be in top notch condition especially after the games had been postponed.
A1 Challenge bench had quite a number of new faces especially after Anne Vogts travelled abroad.
Khisa Mary and Munduru Sandra are all sidelined due to illness.
Bazira Liz out of the play-offs due to a broken wrist bone which she sustained in Game II.
A1 Challenge brought on Dorothy, Maggie to cover up the gaps that had been left exposed.
Kick off time was 4pm and it took a short while for the Lady Canons to stamp their authority in the game. Early on leading by over 15 points. With Anastacia Njeri, Brendah Mbone and Lorraine Akinyi all getting involved in the game from the start.
And their gel as a team they kept making it hard for the A1 Challenge offense and they kept getting frustrated.
One thing that A1 Challenge didn't do quite well was playing as a unit both offensively and defensively.
By the fourth quarter Mavita Ali was benched for a foul on Njeri Anastacia which seems to have been provoked by the latter.
We all await on the decision whether or not she will be allowed to play Game IV.
Lots of individual contests in the defensive game of A1 Challenge with Vicky, Josephine, Betty, Barbra and Gloria all getting involved but the Lady Canons proved to an edge over the A1 Challenge opposition.
The officiating was not up to the standards for a FUBA final, but all that can be said now is well won Lady Canons.
However in the mens catergory, Ben Komakech's inspired DMark Power rose above all odds to beat a determined Kyambogo Warriors side in double over time to stretch their lead to 3-0 in the best-of-seven final.
DMark Power welcomed back their point guard Emma Enabu who just returned from abroad. And he proved pivotal in their win coming from the bench and later on in the game taking over proceedings after Ben Komakech had been fouled out and quickly having an impact in a game that DMark Power went on to win 118 : 109.
The Warriors foul trouble on almost the entire starting line up did not do them any good. With their experienced and most influential players all being fouled out. Jude, Abdullah, Henry Malinga, Ronnie Kaseu to mention but a few.
Having said that, its not over until its over. So A1 Challenge and Kyambogo Warriors will be looking back and see what seems have gone wrong on court and try to mend that before Game IV on Wednesday evening. There's still a chance mathematically of both teams taking the title if they can we all the remaining four games. Thats a huge ask but theres only one way to find out. So lets meet on Wednesday evening at YMCA.
Game IV is on Wednesday evening @ 6pm YMCA court.
The Lady Canons bench was pretty much the same prior to the start of the game with every one of them looking to be in top notch condition especially after the games had been postponed.
A1 Challenge bench had quite a number of new faces especially after Anne Vogts travelled abroad.
Khisa Mary and Munduru Sandra are all sidelined due to illness.
Bazira Liz out of the play-offs due to a broken wrist bone which she sustained in Game II.
A1 Challenge brought on Dorothy, Maggie to cover up the gaps that had been left exposed.
Kick off time was 4pm and it took a short while for the Lady Canons to stamp their authority in the game. Early on leading by over 15 points. With Anastacia Njeri, Brendah Mbone and Lorraine Akinyi all getting involved in the game from the start.
And their gel as a team they kept making it hard for the A1 Challenge offense and they kept getting frustrated.
One thing that A1 Challenge didn't do quite well was playing as a unit both offensively and defensively.
By the fourth quarter Mavita Ali was benched for a foul on Njeri Anastacia which seems to have been provoked by the latter.
We all await on the decision whether or not she will be allowed to play Game IV.
Lots of individual contests in the defensive game of A1 Challenge with Vicky, Josephine, Betty, Barbra and Gloria all getting involved but the Lady Canons proved to an edge over the A1 Challenge opposition.
The officiating was not up to the standards for a FUBA final, but all that can be said now is well won Lady Canons.
However in the mens catergory, Ben Komakech's inspired DMark Power rose above all odds to beat a determined Kyambogo Warriors side in double over time to stretch their lead to 3-0 in the best-of-seven final.
DMark Power welcomed back their point guard Emma Enabu who just returned from abroad. And he proved pivotal in their win coming from the bench and later on in the game taking over proceedings after Ben Komakech had been fouled out and quickly having an impact in a game that DMark Power went on to win 118 : 109.
The Warriors foul trouble on almost the entire starting line up did not do them any good. With their experienced and most influential players all being fouled out. Jude, Abdullah, Henry Malinga, Ronnie Kaseu to mention but a few.
Having said that, its not over until its over. So A1 Challenge and Kyambogo Warriors will be looking back and see what seems have gone wrong on court and try to mend that before Game IV on Wednesday evening. There's still a chance mathematically of both teams taking the title if they can we all the remaining four games. Thats a huge ask but theres only one way to find out. So lets meet on Wednesday evening at YMCA.
Game IV is on Wednesday evening @ 6pm YMCA court.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Preview Game III : A1 Challenge Vs UCU Lady Canons
Game III of the ladies play-offs best-of-seven series finals are set to be played on Sunday afternoon at YMCA beginning at 4pm.
The cancellation of the Games in the MTN Arena by National Council of Sports for many reasons among which, was the detoriating conditions of the court which was not suitable to host the any FUBA games. This eventually led the FUBA committe to extend the games till Sunday at YMCA the traditonal home of basketball.
With the Lady Canons leading the best-of-seven-series [2-0] and also high on confidence, Game III will be a case of playing their normal game. Hard defensively and extremely swift on the transition offensively. Mandy Juruni will be telling they ladies to keep with the winning foam.
With the brilliance of Akinyi Lorraine, Maureen Amoding, Brenda Mbone and the guts of Flavia Oketcho, that force will be a combination to be followed closely.
Whether or not the likes of Namukasa Betty, Namayega Josephine, Kyomugisha Gloria, Lokidi Angella, Barbra Okot and Mugasha Carol in the A1 Challenge defense can contain it, we wait to see.
One thing is for sure, the bad wrist injury to Bazira Liz has ruled her out of the remaining season.
The illness of Sandra Munduru and Khisa Mary will be a huge blow. Whether or not they can recover in time for the game is what we will all have to wait and see.
A huge responsibility rests on Mavita Ali, Hatima Kassim, Angella Lokidi, Namayega Josephine and Olivia Mulwana for the offensive sharpness.
Anne Vogts will also be missed since she's out of country on official matters. Their replacements heading into Game III will be extremely crucial.
Questions to be asked:
Who are the starting five and can they display a match winning perfomance on court to stir a come-back in the play-offs since they trail 2-0 to UCU Lady Canons?
When is it necessay to substitute and what impact the substitute will have? All questions that rest on the shoulders of their coach Nyambogo Hamza.
The cancellation of the Games in the MTN Arena by National Council of Sports for many reasons among which, was the detoriating conditions of the court which was not suitable to host the any FUBA games. This eventually led the FUBA committe to extend the games till Sunday at YMCA the traditonal home of basketball.
With the Lady Canons leading the best-of-seven-series [2-0] and also high on confidence, Game III will be a case of playing their normal game. Hard defensively and extremely swift on the transition offensively. Mandy Juruni will be telling they ladies to keep with the winning foam.
With the brilliance of Akinyi Lorraine, Maureen Amoding, Brenda Mbone and the guts of Flavia Oketcho, that force will be a combination to be followed closely.
Whether or not the likes of Namukasa Betty, Namayega Josephine, Kyomugisha Gloria, Lokidi Angella, Barbra Okot and Mugasha Carol in the A1 Challenge defense can contain it, we wait to see.
One thing is for sure, the bad wrist injury to Bazira Liz has ruled her out of the remaining season.
The illness of Sandra Munduru and Khisa Mary will be a huge blow. Whether or not they can recover in time for the game is what we will all have to wait and see.
A huge responsibility rests on Mavita Ali, Hatima Kassim, Angella Lokidi, Namayega Josephine and Olivia Mulwana for the offensive sharpness.
Anne Vogts will also be missed since she's out of country on official matters. Their replacements heading into Game III will be extremely crucial.
Questions to be asked:
Who are the starting five and can they display a match winning perfomance on court to stir a come-back in the play-offs since they trail 2-0 to UCU Lady Canons?
When is it necessay to substitute and what impact the substitute will have? All questions that rest on the shoulders of their coach Nyambogo Hamza.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Lady Canons Inflict Second Blow Beating A1 Challenge 65 : 55
After a spirited first two quarters all hell broke through on court. With both guards on bench and Mavita taking on the pointing duties, a lot of offensive dimension was robbed from the team.
Why change a winning team? The first two quarters saw A1 Challenge in firm grip of the Game II finale but the third quarter syndrome hit hard and all hell broke lose.
The Lady Canons with nothing going right for them in the first and second quarter took the game to the A1 Challenge defense and keep picking fouls and made that count.
Leveling the tie and eventually beating the A1 Challenge in a Game Two that saw their player of the match Bazira Liz who dislocated her wrist on her left arm and won't be able to feature in the remaining games to come.
Lady Canons Akinyi Lorraine also got a muscle strain which saw her limp off court but should be good to play when the two teams next meet on Wednesday evening.
In the men's category, DMark Power came from behind to grab their second win in the best of seven finals with Karuiki getting fouled out and DMark Power's full court press strategy sending the Warriors in panic mode, silly turn-overs from Abdullah and Jude couldn't have come at a worse time. Warriors have a Game III to seek a life-line if they stand any chance to fight back in the finals.
Game III is at Lugogo MTN Arena on Wednesday evening.
Why change a winning team? The first two quarters saw A1 Challenge in firm grip of the Game II finale but the third quarter syndrome hit hard and all hell broke lose.
The Lady Canons with nothing going right for them in the first and second quarter took the game to the A1 Challenge defense and keep picking fouls and made that count.
Leveling the tie and eventually beating the A1 Challenge in a Game Two that saw their player of the match Bazira Liz who dislocated her wrist on her left arm and won't be able to feature in the remaining games to come.
Lady Canons Akinyi Lorraine also got a muscle strain which saw her limp off court but should be good to play when the two teams next meet on Wednesday evening.
In the men's category, DMark Power came from behind to grab their second win in the best of seven finals with Karuiki getting fouled out and DMark Power's full court press strategy sending the Warriors in panic mode, silly turn-overs from Abdullah and Jude couldn't have come at a worse time. Warriors have a Game III to seek a life-line if they stand any chance to fight back in the finals.
Game III is at Lugogo MTN Arena on Wednesday evening.
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Game Two Preview: UCU Lady Canons Vs A1 Challenge
UCU Lady Canons Vs A1 Challenge
Having won Game One, Lady Canons are oozing with confidence and i can picture Mr. Mandy Juruni telling the ladies to keep the tempo in transition and tighten their defense alittle. On the contrary, Mr. Nyambogo Hamza will be telling the ladies to play like you deserve to be in the play-off finals.
A1 Challenge who started on a wrong note will be looking to lots of inspiration from their captain Gloria to orchestrate her offensive brilliance and their MVP Hatima Kassim to start playing their hard full court press and hurt the opposition on the break. Their defensive players Liz, Barbra, Namayega.J, Namukasa Betty and Carol will be plotting to chock the Lady Canons offense from start to finish after seeing Anastacia expose them alot in Game I.
Well known for coming back from the dead, A1 Challenge will have to dig deep and every ticking second will be crucial and the ladies have to win this Game to be on a safe side in the best of seven series.
Lorraine Akinyi, FLavia Oketcho, Amoding and Anastacia will be looking to continue with the destruction that they started.
This is promising to be a juicy encounter so be there tomorrow at 4pm via Lugogo to see how A1 Challenge plot the downfall of the Lady Canons.
Have a great weekend.
Having won Game One, Lady Canons are oozing with confidence and i can picture Mr. Mandy Juruni telling the ladies to keep the tempo in transition and tighten their defense alittle. On the contrary, Mr. Nyambogo Hamza will be telling the ladies to play like you deserve to be in the play-off finals.
A1 Challenge who started on a wrong note will be looking to lots of inspiration from their captain Gloria to orchestrate her offensive brilliance and their MVP Hatima Kassim to start playing their hard full court press and hurt the opposition on the break. Their defensive players Liz, Barbra, Namayega.J, Namukasa Betty and Carol will be plotting to chock the Lady Canons offense from start to finish after seeing Anastacia expose them alot in Game I.
Well known for coming back from the dead, A1 Challenge will have to dig deep and every ticking second will be crucial and the ladies have to win this Game to be on a safe side in the best of seven series.
Lorraine Akinyi, FLavia Oketcho, Amoding and Anastacia will be looking to continue with the destruction that they started.
This is promising to be a juicy encounter so be there tomorrow at 4pm via Lugogo to see how A1 Challenge plot the downfall of the Lady Canons.
Have a great weekend.
UCU Lady Canons make a statement beating A1 Challenge 64 : 46 in Game One of the Play-Off Finals
UCU LADY CANONS : 64
A1 CHALLENGE : 46
If Game One is anything to go by then lots of personalities have to pull up their socks. With Akinyi Lorraine and Maureen Amoding hitting the headlines for all the right reasons in as far as consistency and game form is concerned, the A1 defense had to quickly tame that problem.
Having done that, there arose another issue of athleticism which was to prove crucial in a game of this magnitude. A1 Challenge was outrun in a Game where they were to play a man-to-man defense and it cost them. With the UCU Ladies offense so swift that they worked their transition smartly that it hurt the A1 defense eventually.
A1 Challenge looked fatigued which could be explained in the fact that they had to decisive Game V in the semis against KCC Leopards to qualify as opposed to Lady Canons who had by then already qualified beating KIU Rangers convincingly 3-1 in the semis to make it through to the finals.
In a Game that saw a huge turn-over rate, one would think that both camps should be working a way to minimize that issue. A1 Challenge, however, I could say need to devise a way to work on gelling as a unit offensively and defensively. Because when they click as a unit, I can guarantee you damage on the opposition.
Someone once said that failure is a part of success. All am saying is that sometimes one has to fall down to rise up again. Having been in this position against KCC Leopards, A1 Challenge managed to pick themselves up and fight their way into the Play-off Championship final. This Game I loss will bring out the best in them.
If there's another lesson learn t from yesterdays' defeat, it’s that no opposition no matter how big or small should be under rated. Having marked out Akinyi Lorraine, Anastacia Njeri rose up to the occasion with a Game high 15 points. With assistance in the scoring from Maureen Amoding 14 points and Akinyi 10 points.
A1 Challenge however had no single player hitting double figures. This mean a lot of work has to be done on all departments, defensively and offensively.
If there is one thing I am sure of, it’s that the Championship is not won on Game One. It’s a best-of-seven finale and there's plenty more action coming our way. So A1 Challenge may have been bruised in as far as confidence is concerned, but having been in a similar position before, writing them off would be at your own peril.
Hatima Kassim and Mavita Ali huffed and puffed in the offense but the UCU Lady Canons defense was a little organized and they managed to neutralize them.
With Carol Mugasha and Angella Lokidi's well disciplined defensive display, UCU started a quick transitional play from defensive mode to the offense, catching A1's defense down and playing catch up most of the time.
With Olivia and Josephine being brought on later in the Game, defensively it did them good but offensively there’s yet some work to be done.
A1 Challenge have to pull up their socks immediately (offensively and defensively) and bring their Game harder in Game II so they can be on level ground in these best-of-seven series. And this goes to Bazira Liz, Sandra and Betty
With Game II on Sunday afternoon, time is not A1 Challenge's best ally. So as a unit they have to right the wrongs prior to Game II.
A1 Challenge will at the back of their minds be out seeking revenge for the 2008 playoff final loss where they gave away an 11-point lead with about seven minutes remaining in the fourth quarter to painfully hand the Lady Canons the title.
In the other category of the men, we had DMark Power face defending Champions, Kyambogo Warriors in the late kick off. DMark Power put on a well orchestrated display from start to finish beating the Warriors in Game One 93:77. Game II is on Sunday at 6pm.
Have a blessed weekend. See you all tomorrow afternoon for Game II in the best of seven series.
A1 CHALLENGE : 46
If Game One is anything to go by then lots of personalities have to pull up their socks. With Akinyi Lorraine and Maureen Amoding hitting the headlines for all the right reasons in as far as consistency and game form is concerned, the A1 defense had to quickly tame that problem.
Having done that, there arose another issue of athleticism which was to prove crucial in a game of this magnitude. A1 Challenge was outrun in a Game where they were to play a man-to-man defense and it cost them. With the UCU Ladies offense so swift that they worked their transition smartly that it hurt the A1 defense eventually.
A1 Challenge looked fatigued which could be explained in the fact that they had to decisive Game V in the semis against KCC Leopards to qualify as opposed to Lady Canons who had by then already qualified beating KIU Rangers convincingly 3-1 in the semis to make it through to the finals.
In a Game that saw a huge turn-over rate, one would think that both camps should be working a way to minimize that issue. A1 Challenge, however, I could say need to devise a way to work on gelling as a unit offensively and defensively. Because when they click as a unit, I can guarantee you damage on the opposition.
Someone once said that failure is a part of success. All am saying is that sometimes one has to fall down to rise up again. Having been in this position against KCC Leopards, A1 Challenge managed to pick themselves up and fight their way into the Play-off Championship final. This Game I loss will bring out the best in them.
If there's another lesson learn t from yesterdays' defeat, it’s that no opposition no matter how big or small should be under rated. Having marked out Akinyi Lorraine, Anastacia Njeri rose up to the occasion with a Game high 15 points. With assistance in the scoring from Maureen Amoding 14 points and Akinyi 10 points.
A1 Challenge however had no single player hitting double figures. This mean a lot of work has to be done on all departments, defensively and offensively.
If there is one thing I am sure of, it’s that the Championship is not won on Game One. It’s a best-of-seven finale and there's plenty more action coming our way. So A1 Challenge may have been bruised in as far as confidence is concerned, but having been in a similar position before, writing them off would be at your own peril.
Hatima Kassim and Mavita Ali huffed and puffed in the offense but the UCU Lady Canons defense was a little organized and they managed to neutralize them.
With Carol Mugasha and Angella Lokidi's well disciplined defensive display, UCU started a quick transitional play from defensive mode to the offense, catching A1's defense down and playing catch up most of the time.
With Olivia and Josephine being brought on later in the Game, defensively it did them good but offensively there’s yet some work to be done.
A1 Challenge have to pull up their socks immediately (offensively and defensively) and bring their Game harder in Game II so they can be on level ground in these best-of-seven series. And this goes to Bazira Liz, Sandra and Betty
With Game II on Sunday afternoon, time is not A1 Challenge's best ally. So as a unit they have to right the wrongs prior to Game II.
A1 Challenge will at the back of their minds be out seeking revenge for the 2008 playoff final loss where they gave away an 11-point lead with about seven minutes remaining in the fourth quarter to painfully hand the Lady Canons the title.
In the other category of the men, we had DMark Power face defending Champions, Kyambogo Warriors in the late kick off. DMark Power put on a well orchestrated display from start to finish beating the Warriors in Game One 93:77. Game II is on Sunday at 6pm.
Have a blessed weekend. See you all tomorrow afternoon for Game II in the best of seven series.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Game One Preview : A1 Challenge Against UCU Lady Canons
This is the moment we have been waiting for. From the regular season, every team has been vying for a slot in the final but only two could make it and now we have to separate the championship contenders from the championship pretenders.
Mr. Mandy Juruni having won the championship in the year 2007 with the KCC Leopards outfit has been tasked to lead the UCU Lady Canons side to the title this year.
The UCU Lady Canons whose team setup and structure is being praised to be fierce, having depth and one to be reckoned with will come under a stern test this Friday against A1 Challenge.
Both teams have had an almost perfect record this season and its no wonder they have to decide amongst themselves who is the best the game and worthy of the title.
Akinyi Lorraine a key figure for the UCU Lady Canons has led her team in the past through the toughest of battles and been quite resourceful for the university outfit.
Maureen Amoding, small forward has been fierce in the offense. She has a lot of intelligence and also possessing the capability to beat off her man and shot three point shots accurately.
These two ladies are among the main offensive assets for university outfit. But don't be mistaken they have brilliant utility players all over the court.
A1 Challenge will stick to their greatest asset this season, defense. Look out for these teams both as they clash.
Defensively Lizzie, Namukasa Betty, Babra Okot, Ann Vogt, Namayega Josephine, Carol Mugasha, Angellah Lokidi and Vicky.
In the offense Mavita Ali, Hatima Kassim, Mulwana Olivia and Kyomugisha Gloria, Munduru Sandra depending on whom the coach decide to start.
Mr. Hamza Nyambogo will be eyed keenly by his opponent especially tactically.
This i promise you is one of the most juicy fixtures you will witness in the play-off season this year.
All i can say is see you on court as we together witness round one of the best of seven clash.
News:
Mavita Ali who missed most of the regular season, with an injury is back to give them another dimension offensively. A hugely intelligent player she is as she knits the passes together with Gloria and Olivia.
Liz has recovered from the scare that she had picked up an injury during the end of their win against KCC Leopards.
UCU Lady Canons have rested enough and will be fresh having qualified earlier after beating KIU Rangers 3-1 in the semi's and had the luxury of having extra training sessions and adequate time to rest ahead of the finals.
Mr. Mandy Juruni having won the championship in the year 2007 with the KCC Leopards outfit has been tasked to lead the UCU Lady Canons side to the title this year.
The UCU Lady Canons whose team setup and structure is being praised to be fierce, having depth and one to be reckoned with will come under a stern test this Friday against A1 Challenge.
Both teams have had an almost perfect record this season and its no wonder they have to decide amongst themselves who is the best the game and worthy of the title.
Akinyi Lorraine a key figure for the UCU Lady Canons has led her team in the past through the toughest of battles and been quite resourceful for the university outfit.
Maureen Amoding, small forward has been fierce in the offense. She has a lot of intelligence and also possessing the capability to beat off her man and shot three point shots accurately.
These two ladies are among the main offensive assets for university outfit. But don't be mistaken they have brilliant utility players all over the court.
A1 Challenge will stick to their greatest asset this season, defense. Look out for these teams both as they clash.
Defensively Lizzie, Namukasa Betty, Babra Okot, Ann Vogt, Namayega Josephine, Carol Mugasha, Angellah Lokidi and Vicky.
In the offense Mavita Ali, Hatima Kassim, Mulwana Olivia and Kyomugisha Gloria, Munduru Sandra depending on whom the coach decide to start.
Mr. Hamza Nyambogo will be eyed keenly by his opponent especially tactically.
This i promise you is one of the most juicy fixtures you will witness in the play-off season this year.
All i can say is see you on court as we together witness round one of the best of seven clash.
News:
Mavita Ali who missed most of the regular season, with an injury is back to give them another dimension offensively. A hugely intelligent player she is as she knits the passes together with Gloria and Olivia.
Liz has recovered from the scare that she had picked up an injury during the end of their win against KCC Leopards.
UCU Lady Canons have rested enough and will be fresh having qualified earlier after beating KIU Rangers 3-1 in the semi's and had the luxury of having extra training sessions and adequate time to rest ahead of the finals.
A1 Challenge Earn Bragging Rights As They Qualify For The Finals
A1 CHALLENGE : 49
KCC LEOPARDS : 47
This was seemingly going to be a tricky encounter to engage in. Especially when its a make or break for either of the sides.
A game which was marred by tight defensive displays on both sides guaranteed you a meagre score of points.
A1 Challenge's point guard Mulwana Olivia gunned three point shots in the first quarter clearly making a statement and if it was anything to go by, Akullo Becky had her share in the spot light but at the end of the day, Miriam Hamala and Nantalo Carol were marked out.
Hatima Kassim whose recent form, if its anything to go by, is gunning for MVP, didn't have a bright day offensively.
KCC's Nakiwu Allen, however, i could say had the game of her entire play-off season because all evening she gave the A1 Challenge defense a lot to think about as she kept coming hard at them and was flawless in the free point area.
The game went on till late but the A1 ladies held on to their lead and eventually secured themselves a place in the 2010 FUBA Championship Finale'. There was lots of celebration on the A1 bench and tears on the KCC Leopards bench as they saw their resistance neutralized.
In the men's category the Kyambogo Warriors tamed UCU Canons to secure their slot in the play-off final against DMark Power.
Great spectacle to the eyes. The best of seven series grand finale' begins on 26th November at 6pm. See you on court.
KCC LEOPARDS : 47
This was seemingly going to be a tricky encounter to engage in. Especially when its a make or break for either of the sides.
A game which was marred by tight defensive displays on both sides guaranteed you a meagre score of points.
A1 Challenge's point guard Mulwana Olivia gunned three point shots in the first quarter clearly making a statement and if it was anything to go by, Akullo Becky had her share in the spot light but at the end of the day, Miriam Hamala and Nantalo Carol were marked out.
Hatima Kassim whose recent form, if its anything to go by, is gunning for MVP, didn't have a bright day offensively.
KCC's Nakiwu Allen, however, i could say had the game of her entire play-off season because all evening she gave the A1 Challenge defense a lot to think about as she kept coming hard at them and was flawless in the free point area.
The game went on till late but the A1 ladies held on to their lead and eventually secured themselves a place in the 2010 FUBA Championship Finale'. There was lots of celebration on the A1 bench and tears on the KCC Leopards bench as they saw their resistance neutralized.
In the men's category the Kyambogo Warriors tamed UCU Canons to secure their slot in the play-off final against DMark Power.
Great spectacle to the eyes. The best of seven series grand finale' begins on 26th November at 6pm. See you on court.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
A1 CHALLENGE FIGHT TO LEVEL PLAY-OFF SERIES TO 2-ALL
A1 CHALLENGE : 61
KCC LEOPARDS : 55
The game was most definitely going to be won on defense
as KCC Leopards sought to end hopes of a Game IV with a
Mountain of experience in their side.
KCC Leopards were flying high on confidence following
their win on Game III.
The Leopards welcomed the services of Miriam Hamala
Who wasn't available in their Game III win, which meant
more work for the A1 Challenge defense.
KCC Leopards began with a solid performance clearly making their
Intentions known. At one point in the quarter, A1 Challenge
were trailing by 13 points. But like i say, it matters how
You start your game but it’s totally important how you finish.
A1 Challenge applied a full court press strategy and its then
that the KCC Leopard offense started chocking in every move.
The biggest worry in Miriam Hamala was neutralized and Nantaro
Carol was taken care of.
Outstanding performances in the defense for A1 Challenge came
from; Kyomugisha Gloria, Namukasa Betty and Liz with Hatima
Kassim helping where she was called upon.
By the time the final whistle was blown, A1 Challenge were fully
Deserving of the win. They won 61:55.
Hatima Kassim was top scorer for A1 Challenge with 19 points and her
Her team mate Mavita Ali scored 13 points.
With Game V on Friday, it’s going to be a battle between which team strikes
A balance between their offensive game and defense. Every ticking second in
the game is going to matter.
The big game winners on both teams are going to be closely watched. And the
Coaching tactics are going to be key.
See you on court live on Friday night.
Alo Kay JR
KCC LEOPARDS : 55
The game was most definitely going to be won on defense
as KCC Leopards sought to end hopes of a Game IV with a
Mountain of experience in their side.
KCC Leopards were flying high on confidence following
their win on Game III.
The Leopards welcomed the services of Miriam Hamala
Who wasn't available in their Game III win, which meant
more work for the A1 Challenge defense.
KCC Leopards began with a solid performance clearly making their
Intentions known. At one point in the quarter, A1 Challenge
were trailing by 13 points. But like i say, it matters how
You start your game but it’s totally important how you finish.
A1 Challenge applied a full court press strategy and its then
that the KCC Leopard offense started chocking in every move.
The biggest worry in Miriam Hamala was neutralized and Nantaro
Carol was taken care of.
Outstanding performances in the defense for A1 Challenge came
from; Kyomugisha Gloria, Namukasa Betty and Liz with Hatima
Kassim helping where she was called upon.
By the time the final whistle was blown, A1 Challenge were fully
Deserving of the win. They won 61:55.
Hatima Kassim was top scorer for A1 Challenge with 19 points and her
Her team mate Mavita Ali scored 13 points.
With Game V on Friday, it’s going to be a battle between which team strikes
A balance between their offensive game and defense. Every ticking second in
the game is going to matter.
The big game winners on both teams are going to be closely watched. And the
Coaching tactics are going to be key.
See you on court live on Friday night.
Alo Kay JR
KCC CRAWLS FROM BEHIND TO WIN GAME III
KCC LEOPARDS 64
A1 CHALLENGE 62
Wednesday evening Game III of the play-off best-of-five semi-final series, A1 Challenge faces off with KCC Leopards. If A1 Challenge win this game, then Game IV on Sunday would be the last nail in the coffin in as far as KCC Leopards resistance is concerned.
With the squad lists for both clubs looking familiar except for KCC who were missing their star player Miriam Hamala who was absent because of her work place being upcountry so making the trips from up north down here and back in the middle of the week, is quite inconveniencing especially if there isn’t facilitation from your camp.
Nantaro Carol and Akullo Becky were all struggling though the latter rose up and gunned a three pointer shot that saw them leap over A1 Challenge’s 62 to end the match on 64 points.
Monica was out on foul trouble again for the second game in a row.
By half time A1 Challenge comfortably led 37:33. Their defensive approach was good with Lizzie picking up all the loose ball in the defense with help from Namukasa Betty and it was pretty neat.
Third quarter was pretty sloppy by A1 Challenge’s standards giving away so many turnovers giving KCC Leopards a chance to close the gap with Baby nailing a couple of three pointers and then Carol doing what she does best and that is shooting on the line with her sweet left shot.
At some point in the third quarter, I thought the big three pointer shots from Kyomugisha Gloria, Babra and Hatima Kassim would send a message to the KCC Leopards coach. However there was a lot of loose ball passes which KCC Leopards totally utilized and punished A1 Challenge handing them their second loss in the semi-final play-offs.
This leaves the A1 Challenge ladies in a tricky position, whereby they have to win the Game IV on Sunday to force a Game V otherwise it all over.
Hatima Kassim’s 20 points could not save the A1 Challenge ladies from that unfortunate defeat. Personally I’m so disappointed in the overall A1 Challenge display because was it was found wanting.
Game IV on Sunday will surely be a test of the A1 character in all the departments [offensively and defensively] which is going to be key.
Liz needs to get more into the game as a big man especially sealing off those points after beating off her marker in the offense which she does enjoy doing and also working those ball passes especially after picking up the defensive rebounds. Because a couple of loose passes had the team punished. And secondly avoid being fouled out which is a hard ask.
Namukasa Betty needs to become more assertive in the game especially on her offensive game because she is a hard-worker and that can really be an asset if she can become more assertive in Game IV.
Kyomugisha Gloria needs to place emphasis on the loose quick break passes especially with the forwards because if there is no link, the point guard will end up looking bad. Otherwise her shooting keeps getting better. She is the gel in the team, orchestrating the team game plan offensively and defensively. Speaking of defensively, when it comes to marking Baby out of the game.
Hatima Kassim is simply a resilient player to watch who will literally fight her way through whichever defense to put points to the score sheet. That resilience will play to the teams’ advantage if she brings it all and doesn’t hold back anything.
Namayega Josephine has a passion of defense and on her good day can totally shut out her marksman. Offensively she has a pretty good shot and on a good day given the chance you can be gunned down. Though, she sometimes gets into un-necessary foul trouble.
Mulwana Olivia who has a great command of her team and is pretty tactically disciplined threading beautiful passes and controlling the pace of the game. Critics complain of her being slow but believe you-me she compensates that with lots of intelligence and a great shot.
Mavita Ali is another one of those players who can change a game totally. Don’t be deceived by her physique because she is pretty intelligent and adventurous and will put any defense on their toes offensively but she has to keep persistence and pressure from the start to the finish because with opposition like KCC Leopards you can not afford to go to sleep not-once-not-ever.
Barbra is another of the hard-workers A1 Challenge has and though has not featured much in the play-offs she can mean to be a headache to the offense. Good shooter of the 3-points and defensively disciplined. She also just has to work on the fight in her and persistence from start to finish and a little more confidence when shooting because she has a great shot that has to be said.
Angella Lokidi had a great Game I in the semi-final play-off offensively and she was all over the defense of the KCC Leopards but her performance in Game II and III have not been as consistent especially when it matters most like sealing of the lay-ups after beating off her man. Angie and Liz have it in them to torment the KCC defense if they can perfect their finishing because their all round game is good.
Mugasha Carol is another defensively disciplined player with an impressive work rate. She has not featured much in the play offs. Did not feature at all in Game III yet she was on bench. With the fatigue that most players happened to be showing I thought she could have been brought in to close the gaps that Hellen and Carol of KCC kept finding themselves in. Hopefully with the fight she has in her she can be brought in to close the offensive options KCC Leopards may throw on the court.
Vickie is also another of the great defensively gifted players and un-sung outfits in the A1 Challenge camp who won’t mind getting fouled out if it means sacrificing herself for the team. However, in Game IV I think she has to be hard but also a little carefully to avoid being fouled out because sometimes it can hurt the team.
With Sandra Munduru being drafted into the team recently she has some attributes in her game to work on especially her shot because Sandra has a great shot and is versatile so to speak. Having not featured much during the play-offs, means she has fresh legs and that will be crucial if Coach Nyambogo Hamza gives her a chance in Game IV.
One thing is for sure, Game IV needs players that are going to guarantee you blood and sweat on court from the start to the finish because one thing Game IV has no room for is complacency and sluggishness you can quote me on that.
On that note great game to my friends and family in A1 Challenge I need you in the play-offs finals so I will be waiting for Game IV and Game V because we aren’t going anywhere.
I love you all.
Number III fan
Alo Kay JNR
A1 CHALLENGE 62
Wednesday evening Game III of the play-off best-of-five semi-final series, A1 Challenge faces off with KCC Leopards. If A1 Challenge win this game, then Game IV on Sunday would be the last nail in the coffin in as far as KCC Leopards resistance is concerned.
With the squad lists for both clubs looking familiar except for KCC who were missing their star player Miriam Hamala who was absent because of her work place being upcountry so making the trips from up north down here and back in the middle of the week, is quite inconveniencing especially if there isn’t facilitation from your camp.
Nantaro Carol and Akullo Becky were all struggling though the latter rose up and gunned a three pointer shot that saw them leap over A1 Challenge’s 62 to end the match on 64 points.
Monica was out on foul trouble again for the second game in a row.
By half time A1 Challenge comfortably led 37:33. Their defensive approach was good with Lizzie picking up all the loose ball in the defense with help from Namukasa Betty and it was pretty neat.
Third quarter was pretty sloppy by A1 Challenge’s standards giving away so many turnovers giving KCC Leopards a chance to close the gap with Baby nailing a couple of three pointers and then Carol doing what she does best and that is shooting on the line with her sweet left shot.
At some point in the third quarter, I thought the big three pointer shots from Kyomugisha Gloria, Babra and Hatima Kassim would send a message to the KCC Leopards coach. However there was a lot of loose ball passes which KCC Leopards totally utilized and punished A1 Challenge handing them their second loss in the semi-final play-offs.
This leaves the A1 Challenge ladies in a tricky position, whereby they have to win the Game IV on Sunday to force a Game V otherwise it all over.
Hatima Kassim’s 20 points could not save the A1 Challenge ladies from that unfortunate defeat. Personally I’m so disappointed in the overall A1 Challenge display because was it was found wanting.
Game IV on Sunday will surely be a test of the A1 character in all the departments [offensively and defensively] which is going to be key.
Liz needs to get more into the game as a big man especially sealing off those points after beating off her marker in the offense which she does enjoy doing and also working those ball passes especially after picking up the defensive rebounds. Because a couple of loose passes had the team punished. And secondly avoid being fouled out which is a hard ask.
Namukasa Betty needs to become more assertive in the game especially on her offensive game because she is a hard-worker and that can really be an asset if she can become more assertive in Game IV.
Kyomugisha Gloria needs to place emphasis on the loose quick break passes especially with the forwards because if there is no link, the point guard will end up looking bad. Otherwise her shooting keeps getting better. She is the gel in the team, orchestrating the team game plan offensively and defensively. Speaking of defensively, when it comes to marking Baby out of the game.
Hatima Kassim is simply a resilient player to watch who will literally fight her way through whichever defense to put points to the score sheet. That resilience will play to the teams’ advantage if she brings it all and doesn’t hold back anything.
Namayega Josephine has a passion of defense and on her good day can totally shut out her marksman. Offensively she has a pretty good shot and on a good day given the chance you can be gunned down. Though, she sometimes gets into un-necessary foul trouble.
Mulwana Olivia who has a great command of her team and is pretty tactically disciplined threading beautiful passes and controlling the pace of the game. Critics complain of her being slow but believe you-me she compensates that with lots of intelligence and a great shot.
Mavita Ali is another one of those players who can change a game totally. Don’t be deceived by her physique because she is pretty intelligent and adventurous and will put any defense on their toes offensively but she has to keep persistence and pressure from the start to the finish because with opposition like KCC Leopards you can not afford to go to sleep not-once-not-ever.
Barbra is another of the hard-workers A1 Challenge has and though has not featured much in the play-offs she can mean to be a headache to the offense. Good shooter of the 3-points and defensively disciplined. She also just has to work on the fight in her and persistence from start to finish and a little more confidence when shooting because she has a great shot that has to be said.
Angella Lokidi had a great Game I in the semi-final play-off offensively and she was all over the defense of the KCC Leopards but her performance in Game II and III have not been as consistent especially when it matters most like sealing of the lay-ups after beating off her man. Angie and Liz have it in them to torment the KCC defense if they can perfect their finishing because their all round game is good.
Mugasha Carol is another defensively disciplined player with an impressive work rate. She has not featured much in the play offs. Did not feature at all in Game III yet she was on bench. With the fatigue that most players happened to be showing I thought she could have been brought in to close the gaps that Hellen and Carol of KCC kept finding themselves in. Hopefully with the fight she has in her she can be brought in to close the offensive options KCC Leopards may throw on the court.
Vickie is also another of the great defensively gifted players and un-sung outfits in the A1 Challenge camp who won’t mind getting fouled out if it means sacrificing herself for the team. However, in Game IV I think she has to be hard but also a little carefully to avoid being fouled out because sometimes it can hurt the team.
With Sandra Munduru being drafted into the team recently she has some attributes in her game to work on especially her shot because Sandra has a great shot and is versatile so to speak. Having not featured much during the play-offs, means she has fresh legs and that will be crucial if Coach Nyambogo Hamza gives her a chance in Game IV.
One thing is for sure, Game IV needs players that are going to guarantee you blood and sweat on court from the start to the finish because one thing Game IV has no room for is complacency and sluggishness you can quote me on that.
On that note great game to my friends and family in A1 Challenge I need you in the play-offs finals so I will be waiting for Game IV and Game V because we aren’t going anywhere.
I love you all.
Number III fan
Alo Kay JNR
Monday, November 8, 2010
A1 CHALLENGE LEVEL THE PLAY-OFF SEMI'S 1 ALL AS WE HEAD FOR GAME III
Game Two
A1 CHALLENGE 72
KCC LEOPARDS 67
Game one was a pretty disappointing display from the A1 Challenge outfit
if looked into in detail. The ladies weren't contesting for the 50/50 balls,
the defense was being out run and the pocket spaces in defense were the spring board
for the KCC Leopard high scoring Miriam Hamala to exploit.
Then the overwhelmingly high turn over rate which was worrying with their point guard
Gloria Kyomugisha not looking her usual self and Liz not looking as comfortable in her usually role in defense.
Game Two was a perfect example of a team that learn't its lessons from the first encounter and prefected their weak points. A1 Challenge defensive approach was totally transformed with the team playing as a team, both in defense and offense.
Aggressive performances from Namayega Josephine and Vicky were crucial especially when it meant curbing the main offensive threats of the KCC Leopards in Miriam Hamala and Nantalo Carol who scored three pointer shots like they were mean't for them. A combination of a quick transitional offensive display overwhelmed the A1 defense and they were not to let the KCC Leopards offense chock them like in Game One. With Josephine man-marking Miriam Hamala and Vickie cleaning
up the loose balls A1 Challenge fought to come back from the dead and level the series at 1 all.
Special mention goes out to Hatima Kassim who has been consistent in her resilience, energy and her shooting accuracy.
Also Mavita Ali who spent a good spell of the second round in the regular season injured [an ankle and knee ] was back to give the A1 Challenge offense another dimension in their attack that they had missed making a couple of crucial shots.
Mulwana Olivia who was pivotal in controlling and orchestrating the offense and defense in the A1 team.
Lizzie was fouled out half way through the 4th quarter but the depth of talent in Mugasha Carol covered in the defense.
A total shift in the A1 Challenge game was key to this come back. With the camp looking forward to build on this come Friday all i can say is well done, well won.
Points to improve for the A1 ladies is definitely the conversions on the free throw line and the energy and resilience towards the end of the game.
As critics say you will be judged at the end of the day on the number of trophies amassed in the trophy-shelf. Guess what i am saying is the struggle continues.
Yours, Chica Rito
Nice week
A1 CHALLENGE 72
KCC LEOPARDS 67
Game one was a pretty disappointing display from the A1 Challenge outfit
if looked into in detail. The ladies weren't contesting for the 50/50 balls,
the defense was being out run and the pocket spaces in defense were the spring board
for the KCC Leopard high scoring Miriam Hamala to exploit.
Then the overwhelmingly high turn over rate which was worrying with their point guard
Gloria Kyomugisha not looking her usual self and Liz not looking as comfortable in her usually role in defense.
Game Two was a perfect example of a team that learn't its lessons from the first encounter and prefected their weak points. A1 Challenge defensive approach was totally transformed with the team playing as a team, both in defense and offense.
Aggressive performances from Namayega Josephine and Vicky were crucial especially when it meant curbing the main offensive threats of the KCC Leopards in Miriam Hamala and Nantalo Carol who scored three pointer shots like they were mean't for them. A combination of a quick transitional offensive display overwhelmed the A1 defense and they were not to let the KCC Leopards offense chock them like in Game One. With Josephine man-marking Miriam Hamala and Vickie cleaning
up the loose balls A1 Challenge fought to come back from the dead and level the series at 1 all.
Special mention goes out to Hatima Kassim who has been consistent in her resilience, energy and her shooting accuracy.
Also Mavita Ali who spent a good spell of the second round in the regular season injured [an ankle and knee ] was back to give the A1 Challenge offense another dimension in their attack that they had missed making a couple of crucial shots.
Mulwana Olivia who was pivotal in controlling and orchestrating the offense and defense in the A1 team.
Lizzie was fouled out half way through the 4th quarter but the depth of talent in Mugasha Carol covered in the defense.
A total shift in the A1 Challenge game was key to this come back. With the camp looking forward to build on this come Friday all i can say is well done, well won.
Points to improve for the A1 ladies is definitely the conversions on the free throw line and the energy and resilience towards the end of the game.
As critics say you will be judged at the end of the day on the number of trophies amassed in the trophy-shelf. Guess what i am saying is the struggle continues.
Yours, Chica Rito
Nice week
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
A 1 CHALLENGE 51: 53 KCC LEOPARDS
A 1 CHALLENGE HUMBLED IN GAME ONE OF THE PLAY OFFS BY KCC LEOPARDS
In a day filled with lots of expectation and excitement, the two fierce rivals clashed and
trust me it was a nail-biting Sunday afternoon.
It was a pretty tight game all through the 4 quarters which made it clear that the proceedings were
going to be won by individual brilliance and Miriam Hamala rose up to the occassion. Scoring a game high
18 points.
A1 Challenge didn't go down without a fight. Hatima Kassim who has had a great regular season was joint
top scorer for the A1 Challenge outfit with Betty Namukasa with 11 points a piece.
With the scores tied on 51 a piece and under 20 seconds to play Ms Carol Nantaro made a vital two points for
KCC Leopards to take the lead which could have been irrelevant had Ms. Hatima Kassim gunned her last 3 point shot
attempt with under 5 seconds to play but she missed.
A1 Challenge had a shockingly high turn over rate and with possession and precision being key in this game, especially when you
have quality opposition, you are bound to be hurt and they were hurt real bad.
With the moods not so great at the A1 Challenge camp, you sense a plot for a come back.
Game two of the best-of-five semi-final play-off series is on Friday at 6pm and believe you-me this is going to be a fight.
Scoring rate as per the quarters.
A1 CHALLENGE KCC LEOPARDS
1st quarter 10 11
2nd quarter 13 14
3rd quarter 14 12
4th quarter 14 16
In a day filled with lots of expectation and excitement, the two fierce rivals clashed and
trust me it was a nail-biting Sunday afternoon.
It was a pretty tight game all through the 4 quarters which made it clear that the proceedings were
going to be won by individual brilliance and Miriam Hamala rose up to the occassion. Scoring a game high
18 points.
A1 Challenge didn't go down without a fight. Hatima Kassim who has had a great regular season was joint
top scorer for the A1 Challenge outfit with Betty Namukasa with 11 points a piece.
With the scores tied on 51 a piece and under 20 seconds to play Ms Carol Nantaro made a vital two points for
KCC Leopards to take the lead which could have been irrelevant had Ms. Hatima Kassim gunned her last 3 point shot
attempt with under 5 seconds to play but she missed.
A1 Challenge had a shockingly high turn over rate and with possession and precision being key in this game, especially when you
have quality opposition, you are bound to be hurt and they were hurt real bad.
With the moods not so great at the A1 Challenge camp, you sense a plot for a come back.
Game two of the best-of-five semi-final play-off series is on Friday at 6pm and believe you-me this is going to be a fight.
Scoring rate as per the quarters.
A1 CHALLENGE KCC LEOPARDS
1st quarter 10 11
2nd quarter 13 14
3rd quarter 14 12
4th quarter 14 16
Friday, October 22, 2010
Play Off Time Awaits Us All
A1 Challenge vs KCC Leopards
Both teams have had a strong finish in the regular season. KCC Leopards had a rather slow start to the season with notable absentees in one of their star players Miriam Hamala to mention but afew but as the season went on they kept getting better and better.
With players like Becky Akullo, Nakaziba Marione and Oketcho Flavia getting back to the rhythm they definitely made a solid end to the season finishing in third position.
A1 Challenge has however stuck together and groomed a fine unit. With lots of experience coming from Kizza Elizabeth, Mulwana Olivia, Namukasa Betty, Kyomugisha Gloria, Viola Akumu and Namayega Josephine mixed with the agility of Okot Barbra, Mavita, Dorothy, Maggie and Kassim Hatima to mention but afew, one can only imagine the depth in the squad. And this is not all. Lokidi Angie, Fredrikah and Dorcas are other exceptionally technically gifted players.
A1 Challenge coach Nyambogo Hamza will have a headache when it comes to selecting his first five starters because i can tell you for a fact that the ladies are looking great and the mood in the camp is great.
Next week we will see the two units clash in the play offs semi finals best of 5 game series.
This is most definitely going to be a juicy fixture and i could tip the scales in my favor because i know for a fact that the winner in this fixture will grab the championship for the 2010-2011 season. Quote me on that.
See you then.
Alo Kay JR
Both teams have had a strong finish in the regular season. KCC Leopards had a rather slow start to the season with notable absentees in one of their star players Miriam Hamala to mention but afew but as the season went on they kept getting better and better.
With players like Becky Akullo, Nakaziba Marione and Oketcho Flavia getting back to the rhythm they definitely made a solid end to the season finishing in third position.
A1 Challenge has however stuck together and groomed a fine unit. With lots of experience coming from Kizza Elizabeth, Mulwana Olivia, Namukasa Betty, Kyomugisha Gloria, Viola Akumu and Namayega Josephine mixed with the agility of Okot Barbra, Mavita, Dorothy, Maggie and Kassim Hatima to mention but afew, one can only imagine the depth in the squad. And this is not all. Lokidi Angie, Fredrikah and Dorcas are other exceptionally technically gifted players.
A1 Challenge coach Nyambogo Hamza will have a headache when it comes to selecting his first five starters because i can tell you for a fact that the ladies are looking great and the mood in the camp is great.
Next week we will see the two units clash in the play offs semi finals best of 5 game series.
This is most definitely going to be a juicy fixture and i could tip the scales in my favor because i know for a fact that the winner in this fixture will grab the championship for the 2010-2011 season. Quote me on that.
See you then.
Alo Kay JR
Saturday, October 16, 2010
A1 Challenge Runs Over Nabisunsa Girls
A1 CHALLENGE 103 NABISUNSA 34
At 5:30 in the MUBS main court saw A1 Challenge take on Nabisunsa Girls School in a weekend where most clubs are playing their last games as the regular season comes to an end.
Nabisunsa playing for pride, i believe, though they couldn't continue with the win they registered last week. A1 Challenge currently preparing for the play-offs next week were on a roll.
With almost everything clicking for them it's no wonder they managed to score over the century mark. A little tightening of the defense will see them go far especially as the play-offs commence soon.
See all y'all during play-offs next week.
Congrats ladies
At 5:30 in the MUBS main court saw A1 Challenge take on Nabisunsa Girls School in a weekend where most clubs are playing their last games as the regular season comes to an end.
Nabisunsa playing for pride, i believe, though they couldn't continue with the win they registered last week. A1 Challenge currently preparing for the play-offs next week were on a roll.
With almost everything clicking for them it's no wonder they managed to score over the century mark. A little tightening of the defense will see them go far especially as the play-offs commence soon.
See all y'all during play-offs next week.
Congrats ladies
Monday, October 11, 2010
A1 Challenge Run Over KIU Ladies
FULL TIME:
A1 CHALLENGE : 78
KIU LADIES : 54
Well won ladies. As we face Nabisunsa Girls this coming Saturday all i can say is bring dat A game.
Time is running out as all attention is soon shifting to the play offs in about 2 weeks time.
I can't run through the details of the games since i was out of the country but great game ladies.
Next patient on the list is Nabisunsa Girls this coming Saturday, lets make it count.
A1 CHALLENGE : 78
KIU LADIES : 54
Well won ladies. As we face Nabisunsa Girls this coming Saturday all i can say is bring dat A game.
Time is running out as all attention is soon shifting to the play offs in about 2 weeks time.
I can't run through the details of the games since i was out of the country but great game ladies.
Next patient on the list is Nabisunsa Girls this coming Saturday, lets make it count.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
A1 CHALLENGE REGISTER ANOTHER WELL FOUGHT WIN AGAINST MAGIC STORMERS
A1 CHALLENGE 49
MAGIC STORMERS 34
A 3:30pm kick off saw A1 Challenge face Magic Stormers. A fairly good crowd came to follow the game. A1 Challenge still missing the services of Mavita Ali who is still recovering from an ankle and a minor knee injury, Dorothy, Khisa Mary, Dorcas and Fredrikah who all have academic commitments and couldn’t quite make the team.
Magic Stormers were intact the team isn’t suffering any serious injury worries or absentees. Their inspirational players like Rachel whose offensive and defensive game displays combined with her athleticism are a big worry to her opponents, together with Sandra who has had an impressive all round improvement in her game among others.
The first and second quarter was being controlled by the Magic Stormers.The Magic Stormers executed an excellent match up in their entire display; from the rebounds to the tight defense and effective offensive game. It’s no wonder that by half time the scores were 19 for Magic Stormers and 17 for A1 Challenge.
The introduction of Liz who then combined with Betty to suffocate all the Magic Stormers threats in the offense well at least most of it. The two later on went on to score double figures which lifted the team above the Magic stormso to speak. And when the Magic Stormers“Number 4”man of the match picked her fifth foul and the foul out call was given, that was literally game over for the Stormers
The defensive partnership of Betty and Liz was the cornerstone for the A1 Challenge come back in the 3rd quarter. Many of the fans thought that Liz should work on her athleticism but if you have watched her over the season you realize that’s almost how she plays. The pair was also picking up the rebounds, and blocking off shots, double-teaming which worked a great deal.
The agility of Barbra also has to be mentioned because she threaded a couple of good passes and intercepted passes that could have hurt them had they gone through. The experience of Namayega Josephine, Angella, Gloria Kyomugisha and Olivia Mulwana can’t go without mention. When we put into consideration the fact that we are nearing the play offs one can only hope they continue with their form.
Mugasha Carol, Maggie and Vicky, great team players provided the extra shield in the defense and offense respectively.
A point of concern that could cause worry especially in the play-offs is the high turnover rate. Then probably the free throw accuracy is way below par. We may get away with those blunders in the regular season but during the play-offs such small details can cost a team the championship.
So at the end of the day it’s a good hard earned win for A1 Challenge having already secured their place in the play-offs.
Without a doubt my man-of-the-match award for this game goes to Betty who rose above the storm and literally gave a great all round game display both offensively and defensively.
Next Week
Match day resumes when A1 Challenge play KIU ladies who also have a play-off spot to secure and are not taking any game lightly. See you then.
God Bless
OTHER RESULTS:
DMark Power 139
St. Micheal 74
KYU Warriors 79
Miracle Eagles 73
MAGIC STORMERS 34
A 3:30pm kick off saw A1 Challenge face Magic Stormers. A fairly good crowd came to follow the game. A1 Challenge still missing the services of Mavita Ali who is still recovering from an ankle and a minor knee injury, Dorothy, Khisa Mary, Dorcas and Fredrikah who all have academic commitments and couldn’t quite make the team.
Magic Stormers were intact the team isn’t suffering any serious injury worries or absentees. Their inspirational players like Rachel whose offensive and defensive game displays combined with her athleticism are a big worry to her opponents, together with Sandra who has had an impressive all round improvement in her game among others.
The first and second quarter was being controlled by the Magic Stormers.The Magic Stormers executed an excellent match up in their entire display; from the rebounds to the tight defense and effective offensive game. It’s no wonder that by half time the scores were 19 for Magic Stormers and 17 for A1 Challenge.
The introduction of Liz who then combined with Betty to suffocate all the Magic Stormers threats in the offense well at least most of it. The two later on went on to score double figures which lifted the team above the Magic stormso to speak. And when the Magic Stormers“Number 4”man of the match picked her fifth foul and the foul out call was given, that was literally game over for the Stormers
The defensive partnership of Betty and Liz was the cornerstone for the A1 Challenge come back in the 3rd quarter. Many of the fans thought that Liz should work on her athleticism but if you have watched her over the season you realize that’s almost how she plays. The pair was also picking up the rebounds, and blocking off shots, double-teaming which worked a great deal.
The agility of Barbra also has to be mentioned because she threaded a couple of good passes and intercepted passes that could have hurt them had they gone through. The experience of Namayega Josephine, Angella, Gloria Kyomugisha and Olivia Mulwana can’t go without mention. When we put into consideration the fact that we are nearing the play offs one can only hope they continue with their form.
Mugasha Carol, Maggie and Vicky, great team players provided the extra shield in the defense and offense respectively.
A point of concern that could cause worry especially in the play-offs is the high turnover rate. Then probably the free throw accuracy is way below par. We may get away with those blunders in the regular season but during the play-offs such small details can cost a team the championship.
So at the end of the day it’s a good hard earned win for A1 Challenge having already secured their place in the play-offs.
Without a doubt my man-of-the-match award for this game goes to Betty who rose above the storm and literally gave a great all round game display both offensively and defensively.
Next Week
Match day resumes when A1 Challenge play KIU ladies who also have a play-off spot to secure and are not taking any game lightly. See you then.
God Bless
OTHER RESULTS:
DMark Power 139
St. Micheal 74
KYU Warriors 79
Miracle Eagles 73
Saturday, September 11, 2010
UCU Lady Canons hand A1 Challenge their second loss
UCU Lady Canons 77: A1 Challenge 48
On a day when the entire Muslim community was celebrating Idd addhuha, the FUBA league continued with juicy fixtures for the fans.
Lady Canons were against A1 Challenge and this was bound to be one hell of a match considering the fact that the last time these teams faced off, the game was won by a three point buzzer shot from A1’s Namayega Josephine.
It was slated for the 5:30 kick off and the fans came in plenty, thanks to the fact that it was a public holiday.
A1 was missing Mavita out on official duty, Aggie, Fredericka out on academic commitments and Maggie who is ill and still recovering, and Coach Hamza who was out of the country on official duties also.
A1 clad in their purple outfit and the Lady Canons in their sky blue shorts and white tops, with the good weather all that was left was the whistle.
Some folks would rather forget what happened in the first, second and third quarter.
Lady Canons dominated in almost all areas. Whether or not this has anything to do with their loss to A1 Challenge in round one, that was left for us to judge.
From too many turnovers to lack of sharpness in the offense to lack of discipline in the defense really cost A1 Challenge.
Glimpses of their A1 Challenge's top-notch defense was seen when Hatima double-teamed with Liz chocking the Number 16 in the UCU outfit who seemingly had a great game shooting at leisure. Actually the Lady Canons displayed an excellent all round top-notch display.
The scores were 62:32 by the third quarter and yes I know what you are thinking most A1 players had given up on chasing the Lady Canons and concentrated on damage control.
The fourth quarter display by A1 Challenge was a breath of fresh air. All of a sudden Mugasha Carol was nailing 3-pointer shots which we all know she has been working hard on during training. Josephine and Khisa Mary tightened their defense. The mood in the A1 bench had changed. And their overall game was good but again it proved to be a case of too little too late.
At one point Lady Canons had the luxury of bringing on a whole team B from their bench. Late in the fourth quarter with the scores at 70:36, the miserable free point shots by Namayega Josephine summarized the performance on the day. By A1 Challenge standards, the performance was poor.
Final score by the end of the game was UCU Lady Canons 77: A1 Challenge 48. The second loss of A1 Challenge this season.
Its back to the drawing board for A1 Challenge and they they sort out the mistakes that cost them today.
Otherwise see you all on 19th September when A1 Challenge try to orchestrate their winning ways against Makerere Cubs.
K.J
Saturday, August 21, 2010
A1 Challenge rises above Makerere Sparks
A1 CHALLENGE: 57
MAKERERE SPARKS: 41
Game four in the second round and teams seem to be getting their rhythm back after the month break. A case in point is A1 Challenge which was humbled by the KCC Leopards in their first game into the round two ending their long unbeaten run but have since come back hard winning their next games consecutively.
In the absence of Khisa Mary who is out for about 3 months following the end of the university holidays and Kyomugisha Gloria who is out of the country, Mulwana Olivia took over the point guard role which goes to show the depth in the squad.
As for Makerere Sparks apart from Kalanguka Bridget who is also making a return to university down in Mbarara for probably the next 4 months, the squad is still the intact with Sharlene and Hellen leading the ladies once again.
The last time these two teams clashed in round one it was all over by the time the second quarter was through. Makerere Sparks this time had a game plan and their centre forward Sharlene was all threading their offensive game moves giving a little head ache to the A1 defense.
It was a close game by the end of the second quarter into half-time. Makerere Sparks Hellen was nailing all sorts of brilliant points from rebounds and jump shots and was also helping in the defense.
A problem that was clearly seen in the A1 Challenge camp was that the gel that we are all used to when they bring their A game was hardly displayed. Apart from Betty clad in Jersey Number 5 who was having the game of her life, there was something wrong in their offensive game. However, the quick shift from defense to offense and the other way round was quite a spectacle as Mulwana Olivia and Carol Mugasha stood their ground in the defense.
After Vicky, who had had a great game in the A1 defense was fouled out, Namayega Josephine was brought on and her aggressive defense game was a plus, totally chocking the Sparks offense in the fourth quarter except for a few individual brilliant displays by Hellen.
By the end of the fourth quarter the defense of A1 was running the show. It was a great spectacle for the fans. Mulwana Olivia on the 3-point line for a foul on her ended the game making free throws.
Another crucial win for A1 Challenge and like I always say its back to the drawing board for the Makerere Sparks.
MAKERERE SPARKS: 41
Game four in the second round and teams seem to be getting their rhythm back after the month break. A case in point is A1 Challenge which was humbled by the KCC Leopards in their first game into the round two ending their long unbeaten run but have since come back hard winning their next games consecutively.
In the absence of Khisa Mary who is out for about 3 months following the end of the university holidays and Kyomugisha Gloria who is out of the country, Mulwana Olivia took over the point guard role which goes to show the depth in the squad.
As for Makerere Sparks apart from Kalanguka Bridget who is also making a return to university down in Mbarara for probably the next 4 months, the squad is still the intact with Sharlene and Hellen leading the ladies once again.
The last time these two teams clashed in round one it was all over by the time the second quarter was through. Makerere Sparks this time had a game plan and their centre forward Sharlene was all threading their offensive game moves giving a little head ache to the A1 defense.
It was a close game by the end of the second quarter into half-time. Makerere Sparks Hellen was nailing all sorts of brilliant points from rebounds and jump shots and was also helping in the defense.
A problem that was clearly seen in the A1 Challenge camp was that the gel that we are all used to when they bring their A game was hardly displayed. Apart from Betty clad in Jersey Number 5 who was having the game of her life, there was something wrong in their offensive game. However, the quick shift from defense to offense and the other way round was quite a spectacle as Mulwana Olivia and Carol Mugasha stood their ground in the defense.
After Vicky, who had had a great game in the A1 defense was fouled out, Namayega Josephine was brought on and her aggressive defense game was a plus, totally chocking the Sparks offense in the fourth quarter except for a few individual brilliant displays by Hellen.
By the end of the fourth quarter the defense of A1 was running the show. It was a great spectacle for the fans. Mulwana Olivia on the 3-point line for a foul on her ended the game making free throws.
Another crucial win for A1 Challenge and like I always say its back to the drawing board for the Makerere Sparks.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
A1 CHALLENGE'S SCINTILLATING UNBEATEN RUN ENDS
A1 CHALLENGE: 48
KCC LEOPARDS: 55
Friday evening saw the return of basketball’s second round after a number of adjournments which didn't quite go down well with the fans and a few of the other stakeholder’s. By 5:30pm all the excuses were thrown out of the window and the games were embraced.
The kick-off fixture was at 5:30 pm but was delayed a little. A1 Challenge was up against KCC Leopards. A1 Challenge was looking to stretch further its unbeaten run, while the defending champions KCC Leopards were hungry for revenge after that bad loss to A1 Challenge in the first round. The stage was set, the crowd was reeling on and the players were ready for action.
A1 welcomed the services of Mulwana Olivia and Dorothy to further beef up the options in the tactical aspect. Off went the whistle and the game begun. The first quarter was closely contested but KCC Leopards got the better of A1 Challenge in the first quarter. Helen and Baby were at it again as they orchestrated the KCC Leopard offense.
KCC Leopards were missing the services of Miriam Hamala who was inspirational in guiding them to the title last season. But that wasn’t a factor for the KCC ladies. They brought with them enough tenacity, grit and brains. They gelled well enough to outsmart the A1 Challenge ladies for the first two quarters.
By the third quarter A1 Challenge was playing catch-up for most of the time. Every second on the clock mattered and they seemed to get their tactics right, till a nearly fatal fall cost them one of their best defensive players on the day clad in “Number 11”. After the safety call break made by the umpire, KCC Leopards continued from where they had stopped. They stretched their lead with Baby getting a good number of 3-pointer shots and Helen grabbing crucial rebounds.
A1 Challenge was disjointed as opposed to their fluidity in first round. Overwhelmed with the KCC Leopard offense and well organized defense, A1 kept pushing and pushing but fell short on the day. After speaking with a few of the players they said that the loss come definitely as a wake up call to the entire A1 camp, promising to get their act together in their next game.
Well let’s wait and see.
KJ
KCC LEOPARDS: 55
Friday evening saw the return of basketball’s second round after a number of adjournments which didn't quite go down well with the fans and a few of the other stakeholder’s. By 5:30pm all the excuses were thrown out of the window and the games were embraced.
The kick-off fixture was at 5:30 pm but was delayed a little. A1 Challenge was up against KCC Leopards. A1 Challenge was looking to stretch further its unbeaten run, while the defending champions KCC Leopards were hungry for revenge after that bad loss to A1 Challenge in the first round. The stage was set, the crowd was reeling on and the players were ready for action.
A1 welcomed the services of Mulwana Olivia and Dorothy to further beef up the options in the tactical aspect. Off went the whistle and the game begun. The first quarter was closely contested but KCC Leopards got the better of A1 Challenge in the first quarter. Helen and Baby were at it again as they orchestrated the KCC Leopard offense.
KCC Leopards were missing the services of Miriam Hamala who was inspirational in guiding them to the title last season. But that wasn’t a factor for the KCC ladies. They brought with them enough tenacity, grit and brains. They gelled well enough to outsmart the A1 Challenge ladies for the first two quarters.
By the third quarter A1 Challenge was playing catch-up for most of the time. Every second on the clock mattered and they seemed to get their tactics right, till a nearly fatal fall cost them one of their best defensive players on the day clad in “Number 11”. After the safety call break made by the umpire, KCC Leopards continued from where they had stopped. They stretched their lead with Baby getting a good number of 3-pointer shots and Helen grabbing crucial rebounds.
A1 Challenge was disjointed as opposed to their fluidity in first round. Overwhelmed with the KCC Leopard offense and well organized defense, A1 kept pushing and pushing but fell short on the day. After speaking with a few of the players they said that the loss come definitely as a wake up call to the entire A1 camp, promising to get their act together in their next game.
Well let’s wait and see.
KJ
Monday, June 7, 2010
A1 Challenge Stun Nabisunsa Girls School
A1 CHALLENGE 82
NABISUNSA GIRLS SCHOOL 50
On a Sunday afternoon where everyone would probably be having a decent lunch with family, both teams were busy understanding tactics on how to go about their opponents.
A1 Challenge, fresh from a win against high flying UCU Lady Canons on Friday night, was riding high in confidence. Josephine the MVP of that game was expected to re-invent the form that saw her nail a last gasp 3 pointer shot to sink the Lady Canons hopes of a thrilling win.
The starting line-up was familiar with Mary leading the tactical orchestration with assistance from Aggie, Sandra and Vicky. Nabisunsa hit by one crucial absentee on their big man had flashes of their tough aggressive defensive game in the first quarter. Their number 7 small guard tried to string a couple of good offensive moves and together with their number 4 who doubled also as their top scorer of the game.
A tight defensive display from Mary and Carol Mugasha saw the Nabisunsa Girls chock on the creativity aspect throughout the game giving away one-to-many turnovers which cost them.
They , however, opted to resort to close range jump shots which didn’t yield much while on the other side of the court sublime passes form Mary tearing apart the Nabisunsa defense on the fast breaks saw the forwards all on the score sheet with decent points to their names. Aggie, Sandra, Maggie and Vicky all had decent displays in the A1’s attacking game. Josephine once again continued with her display of resilience in the attack which greatly paid off.
Conclusively the A1 Challenge was too good on the day for Nabisunsa. It was always going to be an issue of damage control for Nabisunsa. Even the yelling from their coach who was on the touchline for most of the game could not save them.
Thursday, June 3, 2010
A1 Challenge's Block Buster with UCU Lady Canons
A lot will be riding on tomorrow’s MTN-FUBA Ladies League clash between A1 Challenge and the UCU Canons.
First and foremost, the unofficial title of the best team in the league will be up for grabs because A1 and UCU are the only unbeaten sides so far.
Furthermore, both have beaten their two major rivals – the KCC Leopards and KIU Rangers – which means that whoever wins tomorrow, will be guaranteed of going through the first round unbeaten.
Both A1 captain Gloria Kyomugisha and her Canons counterpart Frances Nabulobi agree that the need to protect the perfect record makes this match special.
“This game is important because it will determine who goes top,” said Kyomugisha, echoing Nabulobi’s view that her team are eager “to stay top”.
Kyomugisha believes there is little to separate between the two teams who contested the 2008 play-off finals with her team coming off second best. However, she predicted the game will be on “the boards” and by the better “bench”.
Unsurprisingly, the 2005 MVP believes her team will be superior on both counts because A1 “have the deeper bench and the bigger team”.
Not to be outdone, Nabulobi has no doubt the Canons are the best in the league.
“I can say we are the best team and determined to win,” Nabulobi said.
First and foremost, the unofficial title of the best team in the league will be up for grabs because A1 and UCU are the only unbeaten sides so far.
Furthermore, both have beaten their two major rivals – the KCC Leopards and KIU Rangers – which means that whoever wins tomorrow, will be guaranteed of going through the first round unbeaten.
Both A1 captain Gloria Kyomugisha and her Canons counterpart Frances Nabulobi agree that the need to protect the perfect record makes this match special.
“This game is important because it will determine who goes top,” said Kyomugisha, echoing Nabulobi’s view that her team are eager “to stay top”.
Kyomugisha believes there is little to separate between the two teams who contested the 2008 play-off finals with her team coming off second best. However, she predicted the game will be on “the boards” and by the better “bench”.
Unsurprisingly, the 2005 MVP believes her team will be superior on both counts because A1 “have the deeper bench and the bigger team”.
Not to be outdone, Nabulobi has no doubt the Canons are the best in the league.
“I can say we are the best team and determined to win,” Nabulobi said.
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