By Michael Ainomugisha UCU 68–57 KIU (1-0) Uganda Christian University Lady Canons kicked off their National…

We just need to take the lessons we’ve learnt and look a bit better next time round. Right now, we need to look at the highest we can finish.”

UCU got off to a promising start, with captain Ibanda Lwabanga knocking down a three-pointer and Joel Kayiira adding six early points, leading the Mukono side to a 15–11 advantage at the end of the first quarter.

UCU started off with a strong lead, scoring 24 points against Nabisunsa’s 11 in the first quarter. Sylvia Nakituuka opened the score with a three-point shot. Despite missing a couple of layups and jump shots, Nakituuka’s 11 first-quarter points gave the Lady Canons an early upper hand.

The Canons wasted no time asserting control, powering to a 22–11 first-quarter lead. Their sharp offence and early defensive energy set the tone.

By Michael Ainomugisha Uganda Christian University (UCU) basketball teams, the UCU Lady Canons and UCU…