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.

The Uganda Christian University (UCU) volleyball teams, the Lady Doves and the Doves, kicked off their campaigns in style at this year’s East African University Games held at Maseno University, Kenya. Both teams secured 3-0 wins after their opponents, Kyambogo University, failed to show up for the matches.

“We are fully prepared and eager to take on the best in the region. Our teams have
been working hard to ensure we bring our A-game to East Africa,” said Sam
Lukaire, Head of UCU Sports.

UCU took the first set 25-19, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Their offensive power and defensive discipline were on full display in the second set, which they won convincingly at 25-14.

The match, held at Old Kampala Arena, saw UCU display grit and determination, starting with a nail-biting first set that ended 28-26 in favor of the Doves.