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Uganda Christian University’s basketball teams marked the start of the second round with wins; both the UCU Canons and UCU Lady Canons secured wins in their National Basketball League games at YMCA Wandegeya courts on Saturday, May 31.

The UCU Canons wrapped up their first round of the 2025 National Basketball League in style, grinding out a 59–54 victory over the JT Jaguars in a tense encounter played under the lights at YMCA Wandegeya on Wednesday, May 21.

The Uganda Christian University (UCU) Canons continued their strong run in the 14th East African University Games with a commanding 56-37 victory over the United States International University (USIU) in the men’s basketball quarterfinals. The match, held at Maseno University, showcased the Canons’ defensive prowess and strategic play.  

The Uganda Christian University (UCU) teams continued to dominate on day two of the East African University Games hosted by Maseno University in Kenya. With remarkable performances across various disciplines, UCU athletes demonstrated their prowess, securing victories and podium finishes in several categories.  

Jovia Nakagolo was the star of the show, netting four goals to assert her dominance on the pitch. Harima Kanyago added two more to secure the resounding victory for the Lady Cardinals.

Maseno University – The Lady Cardinals from Uganda Christian University (UCU) suffered a narrow 0-1 defeat to Makerere University in a gripping football match during the ongoing East African University Games at Maseno University.

Uganda Christian University (UCU) teams delivered a dominant performance on the opening day of the East African University Games, showcasing their strength across multiple disciplines. From basketball to football, chess, netball, and volleyball, UCU athletes left an indelible mark as they began their quest for regional glory.

Uganda Christian University’s Lady Doves win their second match of the East African University Games volleyball competition, defeating Kenya’s Kenya College of Accountancy University (KCA University) 3-0 at Maseno University in Kenya.