Kashenyi Secondary School Triumphs in Rukungiri District USSSA Football Finals

Rukungiri: Kashenyi Secondary School has today March 21, emerged as the champions of the Rukungiri District boys’ football competition under the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA), after defeating Makobore High School in a thrilling final held at Rukungiri Main Stadium.

The match ended in a 1–1 draw during normal time, forcing the game into a penalty shootout. Kashenyi showed composure and determination, scoring 3 penalties, while Makobore managed 2, securing victory for Kashenyi. This marks Kashenyi Secondary School’s first district title since 2020.

In the girls’ football finals, Kyabugashe High School successfully defended their title against St. Jerome Ndama Secondary School. The match ended goalless in normal time, but Kyabugashe triumphed 5–4 in penalties to retain their championship.

In other sports results:

Boys’ Volleyball: St. Jerome Ndama Secondary School defeated St. Paul’s Buyanja Secondary School.

Boys’ Handball (Under-17): St. Jerome Ndama Secondary School also won against St. Paul’s Buyanja Secondary School.

Girls’ Volleyball: Immaculate Heart Secondary School overcame St. Jerome Ndama Secondary School.

Girls’ Netball: St. Jerome Ndama Secondary School defeated St. Paul’s Buyanja Secondary School.

Speaking after the matches, the Chairperson of Rukungiri District Football, Dan Ahimbisibwe Bahamire, congratulated Kashenyi Secondary School on their victory. He encouraged Makobore High School to remain patient and continue working hard for better results next year, including at the national level.

The Chief Guest, Deputy RDC of Rukungiri District, Wilberforce Ahimbisibwe Ongom, thanked all participants and urged teams to remain disciplined and positive in sports.

Meanwhile, the District Inspector of Schools and Sports Association official, Solomon Arinaitwe, called upon parents to support and invest in their children’s sporting activities, emphasizing the importance of nurturing talent for future success.