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If someone had told Martina Anyango in 2023, when she joined UCU that she would become the NBL Playoffs Most Valuable Player and earn a scholarship to play basketball in the United States, she would probably have struggled to believe them.
UCU Doves head coach Deogracious Anguria attributed the poor start to ineffective serving, poor execution and missed opportunities from free balls.
Jimmy Kintu’s side took control of the contest early, scoring twice within three minutes in the first half before adding a third goal after the break to secure maximum points in front of their home supporters.
Ritah Adero struck twice, while Jane Nantongo and Harriet Muwugumya added to the tally in a ruthless first-half display. Prossy Basemera sealed the win with a fifth goal in the 70th minute.
UCU made the brighter start. Martina Anyango set the tone early in the paint, combining with Sylvia Nantongo to give the Lady Canons a narrow 20–19 lead at the end of the first quarter.
“I thought that today I should take you out; that’s why we’re here,” Mushengyezi said as he recounted the victories registered by the students in both events.
UCU made a bright start, taking the opening quarter 16–11 with controlled offense and strong defensive work. However, the Oilers responded in the second quarter, outscoring the Canons 18–12 to take a narrow halftime lead.
Uganda Christian University Angels emerged champions in the national rally held in Masaka at Kaddugala Secondary School on 27th to 28th March 2026.
FUFA Women Elite League table leaders BUL Women Football Club continued their strong run with a 1–0 win over UCU Lady Cardinals, condemning the hosts to another defeat in Mukono.
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