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The Canons battled hard in the second, with Ibanda Lwabaga and Dushime leading the charge, but the Blazers’ composure kept them ahead, maintaining a six-point cushion at halftime.
UCU’s equaliser came in the second half, courtesy of an unlikely source—goalkeeper-turned-striker Anita Akayo, who also captained the side.
In a tense National Basketball League clash at Lugogo on May 2nd, the KCCA Leopards narrowly defeated the UCU Lady Canons 63–61, sealing the win in the final minutes of a contest that was tight from tip-off to buzzer.
The UCU Canons endured a difficult weekend in the National Basketball League (NBL), suffering back-to-back defeats that raise questions about the team’s ability to close out games under pressure.
Both teams entered the game with enthusiasm, but JKL gained command in the second quarter and never looked back
The match was interrupted by heavy rainfall, which caused the third quarter to be played three times due to wet playing conditions.
After a two-year hiatus, the Uganda Netball Super League is finally making its long-awaited comeback, with action set to tip off on April 5, 2025.
UCU Lady Canons continued their impressive start to the 2025 National Basketball League (NBL) season, securing a 56-40 win over KIU Rangers at Lugogo Indoor Arena on 29th March.
Despite a strong effort from captain Ibanda Lwabanga, UCU failed to hold off a late surge from the Rockets, marking a frustrating start to the new campaign.
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