Category: Netball
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New Leadership: Coach Rashid Mubiru Takes Over the She Cranes
In a dramatic shift of leadership, Coach Rashid Mubiru has been appointed as the new head coach of Uganda’s national netball team, the She Cranes. His appointment comes immediately after the swearing-in of the new Netball Federation President, Joseline Uchanda, and the decision to drop the interim coaches, Nelson Bogere and Noordeen, who had been…
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Netball Uganda Swearing-In Ceremony Ushers in a New Dawn
In a moment of both gravity and celebration, Netball Uganda welcomed its new leadership in a swearing-in ceremony officiated by Commissioner for Oaths Kenneth Akampulira. Jocelyn Shamsha Ucanda, the newly sworn-in president, pledged to steer the sport towards unprecedented heights. “This is a new era arising in Netball Uganda,” Ucanda remarked, radiating optimism as she…
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She Cranes Shine Bright: Uganda Secures Silver at Africa Netball Cup
The 2024 Africa Netball Cup concluded in Swakopmund, Namibia, with South Africa claiming the top spot after defeating Uganda 65-50 in the final.Match Highlights The highly anticipated final saw South Africa take an early lead, securing a 16-12 advantage in the first quarter. They extended their lead to 30-24 at half-time and continued to dominate,…
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Netball: Uganda Faces Once-Defeated South Africa in Africa Cup Finals
As the clock ticks toward 3 PM today, all eyes are on Namibia’s MTC Dome, where Uganda’s She Cranes are set to take on South Africa in the 2024 Africa Netball Cup finals. This moment marks another chapter in a growing rivalry between the two powerhouses. For Uganda, this isn’t just a shot at continental…
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Africa Netball Cup: She Cranes Soar into Africa Netball Cup Semifinals
Uganda’s national netball team, the She Cranes, has secured a semifinal spot in the 2024 Africa Netball Cup. Following a loss on day one and a triumphant win over Namibia, the She Cranes dominated Eswatini 85-34 in their final group stage match. Match HighlightsThe game, played at the MTC Dome in Swakopmund, Namibia, saw the…
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She Cranes Soar High, Leave Namibia in Their Wake
The air was tense as the She Cranes huddled together before their match against Namibia, the sting of their narrow defeat to Zimbabwe still fresh in their minds. Captain Irene Eyaru stood at the center, her voice unwavering as she reminded the team of their mission. Her rallying cry seemed to light a spark in…
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Vitality Netball Nations Cup:She Cranes ready to take their A-Game to England
England will host the Vitality Netball Nations Cup in February 2025, featuring world-class teams England, Malawi, South Africa, and Uganda. Matches will take place across two weekends: February 1-2 in Nottingham and February 8-9 in London, offering fans an exciting opportunity to witness elite netball action live. Ranked second globally, England’s Vitality Roses are in…
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Netball to be included in Glasgow 2026 Common Wealth Games.
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) on Tuesday 22nd this month revealed that netball will be included as one of the 10 sports in the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, taking place from the 23rd July – 2nd August 2026. This comes after Scotland were named as the hosts of the Games last month, and are set…
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She Cranes Enter Shs56M Partnership with Uganda Airlines
The Uganda national netball team, the She Cranes, will fly to South Africa to compete in the Netball World Cup aboard Uganda Airlines, thanks to a 56 million shilling partnership that was unveiled this morning at their training base at Nakirebe. The deal, intended to morally boost the team’s efforts to perform in the championship,…