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Basketball
As the National Basketball League (NBL) 2025 season approaches, the UCU Canons and UCU Lady Canons have bolstered their rosters following key departures. The league is set to tip off on March 21st, with UCU teams focused on rebuilding and remaining competitive.
The UCU Lady Canons, last season’s runners-up, will open their campaign on Sunday, March 23, against Miracle Ravens at Lugogo Indoor Stadium. Their first home game at UCU-Mukono will be on Saturday, April 5, against Nabisunsa.
Uganda Christian University (UCU) delivered a spectacular performance at the East Africa University Games in Maseno, Kenya, solidifying its dominance across multiple disciplines and bringing home an impressive collection of gold medals.
Shakira Nanvubya was instrumental on the day, dropping a game-high of 20 points to inspire
Shillah Lamunu was instrumental in the game, recording a double-double of 20 points and 11 rebounds.
It was a close contest from the get-go as the Canons came out of the kiln, creating a one-point (18-17) lead at the end of the first quarter.
In the first round, the Panthers won the game 69-65 in yet another close-contested game. The Canons suffered their eighth loss of the campaign in 18 games played.
It was a really thrilling experience of a Friday night basketball game, as both were emphatic on the offense, keeping the fans on their feet all throughout the game.
UCU Canons will lock horns with Namuwongo Blazers tonight in the National Basketball League at Lugogo Indoor Arena in Kampala.
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