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Author: The Standard Editor
This is the digital news site of the Uganda Christian University community newspaper, "The Standard". The Standard newspaper was established in May 2007 under, formerly Department, but now School of Journalism, Media & Communication.
In an extremely hot basketball game today, the UCU Canons faced off against Nkumba University, with only the fittest advancing to the finals. Nkumba University kicked off with the intensity of rugby and the speed of athletics, setting the stage for an exhilarating matchup.
As per netball, the stage is now set for a nail-biting final between UCU and Victoria University. Get ready for a heart-pounding showdown on the court tomorrow!
In today’s mouthwatering clash of the titans, the Uganda Christian University (UCU) Cardinals swept past a frail-looking Makerere University Business School (MUBS) team to win all three basketball sets of their semifinal encounter.
In a heated clash at the volleyball court, the Uganda Christian University (UCU) Doves soared to victory against a struggling Kampala International University (KIU) side, securing three sets in a compelling showdown that unfolded this afternoon. Despite facing a setback in losing a set for the first time in the tournament, the Doves outclassed KIU, clinching a decisive 3-1 victory and earning a well-deserved spot in the final.
The Uganda Christian University (UCU) Angels displayed a dominant performance, advancing to the finals after eliminating Nkumba University in the netball semifinals today. They are now poised to face Victoria University in the final netball game scheduled for tomorrow.
As the competition unfolded, Makerere University (MAK) emerged as the overall swimming champions, amassing a total of 1001 points. The combined efforts of their talented swimmers propelled them to victory in the Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) Swimming Championships, which concluded yesterday, December 19, 2023.
In a pulsating volleyball game, the UCU Doves demolished Kampala University, winning all three sets in today’s opener. The two sides took themselves toe to toe through the first quarter and were separated by a two-point margin by the end of the quarter, which the Doves cliched at 26 to 24 points.
Makerere University edged Nkumba University 2-1 in the AUUS Games 2023 at Mukono Primary Playground on Friday evening.
The November 2023 battle for the position of Uganda Christian University (UCU) Guild President was too close to call. At the time the university’s election officials announced the results, the winner was holed up in her hostel room. Birungi Agira said she, too, was not sure who would emerge the eventual winner.
In a display of unmatched stamina and determination, Seth Akampa of Bishop Stuart University secured a gold medal in the 10,000 meters at the ongoing national inter-university games hosted at Uganda Christian University (UCU). The scorching sun bore witness to Akampa’s exceptional performance as he conquered the UCU track in a remarkable 33 minutes, 53 seconds, and 8 microseconds, leaving his closest competitor trailing by a staggering 2 minutes.