Defending Champions Kabale Junior School Triumphs In Kabale Municipality Ball Games Finals 2023.
In a nail-biting final match at the Kabale Municipal Stadium, Kabale Junior School emerged as the victors in a thrilling showdown against Kabale Quality School, securing a resounding 3-0 win in penalties. The match was part of the Kabale Municipal Council Ball Games, a sports extravaganza that has captured the attention of hundreds of spectators.
The tense atmosphere was palpable as the two formidable teams battled it out on the field, demonstrating their skill, tenacity, and unwavering determination to claim the 2023 championship title.
During the entire tournament that started on Monday 25th, both Kabale Junior School and Kabale Quality School showcased exceptional skill, outperforming their opponents with impressive moves and strategic tactics. Their prowess on the field was evident as they dominated their matches, leaving spectators in awe of their talent and sportsmanship. As the final whistle blew, the score remained deadlocked at 1-1, leading the game into penalty shootout.
During the penalty shootout, Kabale Junior School demonstrated remarkable composure, executing a great performance that left their opponents in disbelief. With swift and precise shots, they skillfully scored three unstoppable goals, bypassing Kabale Quality School's goalkeeper and securing their well-deserved victory. The elated team and their supporters erupted into jubilant celebrations, celebrating the triumph of their hard work and determination on the field.
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In an interview with the Director of Kabale Junior School, Sunday John Bosco, he expressed his overwhelming excitement and joy for the school's triumph in the tournament. Sunday attributed the remarkable win to a combination of factors, namely, the blessings of God and the unwavering hard work put forth by the school's students and coaching staff.
The elation of victory aside, one concern that was raised by the schools is the lack of government support for private institutions in such competitions. Despite their remarkable performances and contributions to sports, private schools like Kabale Junior School and Child Africa International School often face the burden of limited financial assistance and resources from the government.
Geoffrey Beinomugisha, the chairperson of the Uganda National Teachers Union (UNATU) for Kabale Municipality, has praised the significance of sport games like the Kabale Municipal Council Ball Games as a fulfillment of the current curriculum's emphasis on practical lessons and skills alongside traditional classroom work. According to him, such sporting events provide valuable opportunities for students to apply the knowledge they acquire in the classroom to real-life situations, fostering a more well-rounded and holistic educational experience.
Beinomugisha further explained that the municipality had taken a collaborative approach to promote sports development among schools. They agreed to form one unified team comprising talented players from all the participating schools in the Kabale Municipal Council Ball Games. This team will represent Kabale Municipality in the national competitions organized by the Uganda Primary School Sports Association (UPSSA) for Ball Games.
Presiding over the finals, Kedress Mutabazi, the Deputy Mayor of Kabale Municipality, delivered an inspiring message to the young learners. She emphasized the importance of discipline in all aspects of life and encouraged the students to uphold this virtue both on and off the field. Her call for discipline and support echoed the sentiment that sports not only build physical skills but also instill valuable life lessons.
Addressing the parents and schools present at the event, Mutabazi urged them to support and nurture the children's talents recognizing the significant role that parental and school support plays in the development of young athletes.
In another thrilling game held at the Kabale Municipal Stadium, Child Africa International School achieved a hard-fought victory against Hornby School in netball, triumphing with an impressive score line of 7-4.
Mbarara City will host that Uganda Primary School Sports Association Ball Games that will start on August 26th to September 6th
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Nobert Ndyamuhakyi
