FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim unveiled the coach in an event held at FUFA Complex, Mengo. He was in the company of FUFA Executive Committee Member, Ronnie Kalema, Uganda Beach Soccer Assassination(UBSA) Chairman Deo Mutabazi and FUFA Deputy CEO-Football, Decolas Kiiza.
L-R: UBSA Chairman Deo Mutabazi, Coach Angelo Schirinzi, FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim and FUFA EXCO Member Ronnie Kalema.
FUFA President indicated the Federation has been strategic in helping the game develop and believes the new coach will help to take Uganda a step further.
FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim speaking during the event.
“The game has made huge strides since its inception in 2019. From just being a mere recreation sport we were able to form the Association, create a league that helped us to get a formidable team,” he started.
“At the start, the Sand Cranes competed in regional tournaments, we then decided to participate in the AFCON Qualifiers and on our first attempt, we did not qualify. There was improvement in the second attempt, we qualified and played all the way to the semifinals.” He explained.
“It is now time to take another step. The new coach has vast experience having played and coached the game at the highest level. He is a FIFA Instructor and we believe we will improve our team.”
The President also revealed that besides coaching the national team, Schirinzi will also equip local beach soccer coaches with knowledge.
“The coach is a FIFA Instructor and besides coaching the national team, we will arrange for him to have engagements with our local coaches and equip them with more knowledge.” He indicated.
Coach Angelo Schirinzi.
In his remarks, coach Schirinzi expressed his delight in the new role and hopes to help the team perform.
“I am exceedingly excited to be here and work with the Uganda Sand Cranes. I believe this is an opportunity for me to extend my knowledge to Uganda and help the game of beach soccer grow in the country.”
“I have been in the game for several years and I believe Uganda is moving in the right direction. Playing at Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations for the first time reaching the semifinals means there is potential here.” The coach said.
The first task for coach Schirinzi will come in the HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA Beach Soccer Championship in Durban, South Africa between 25th September -1st October 2022.
The Sand Cranes will then shift focus to the 2022 Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations due next month in Mozambique.
Nicholas Mwere was an instrumental figure as Uganda Sand Cranes booked the ticket to this year’s Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations.
The lethal forward scored four of the nine goals as Uganda eliminated Comoros 9-5 on aggregate.
Nicholas Mwere in action against Comoros at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
He scored once on his debut away to Comoros as Uganda won 5-2 before bagging a hat trick in the return leg at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Sand Cranes celebrating at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru after qualifying for Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations.
Mwere is optimistic of having the same scoring spree ahead of the next engagements that include the HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA Beach Soccer Championship and the Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations in South Africa and Mozambique respectively.
Baker Lukooya (in front) and Nicholas Mwere celebrate one of the goals against Comoros.
“I first of want to thank God that had enabled us to return to camp in good health and the preparations are going on well. I am delighted that my performance in the previous games was excellent and looking forward to even do better in the next engagements,” he stated.
The lanky player indicates he is looking forward to the upcoming tournament and hopes the Sand Cranes will do well with the focus put at advancing to the World Cup.
Sans Cranes after sealing qualification to 2022 Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations.
“Our momentum is high at the momentum and we want to keep the same going into the next tournaments. At the Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations last time, Uganda played up to thee semifinals, I believe we can do better and reach the final which will give us the chance to qualify for the World Cup.” He added.
The Sand Cranes will use the HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA Beach Soccer Championship that will be played between 25th September to 1st October in Durban, South Africa.
Sand Cranes team singing tge national anthem.
After the aforementioned Championship the team will then shift focus to the Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations that will be played in Mozambique next month.
Sand Cranes captain Meddy Kibirige believes taking part in the HOLLYWOODBETS COSAFA Beach Soccer Championship will aid Uganda having good preparations for the forthcoming Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations.
Uganda will be a guest team at the 2022 COSAFA Championship that will take place between 25th September to 1st October in Durban, South Africa.
Uganda Sand Cranes
Kibirige states that they face good teams in South Africa and that will put them in the best shape for the continental showpiece that will take place between 21st -30th October in Mozambique.
Uganda Sand Cranes captain Meddy Kibirige.
“I believe this tournament is important in our preparations for Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations. We want to go and do well against some of the best teams in Africa and that will give us momentum going into the Championship in Mozambique,” he said.
The skipper also lauded FUFA for availing good preparations to the team and promises the team is ready to perform.
Meddy Kibirige in training at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
“As a captain, I extend my appreciation to FUFA for offering such good preparations and I want to promise that the players will put up a good fight both in COSAFA and at AFCON.” Kibirige added.
At the HOLLYWOODBETS Cosafa Beach Soccer Championship, Uganda is pooled in Group B alongside Tanzania, Egypt and Mauritius.
On the other hand, the draws for the group stage for the Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations will be conducted on Friday, 16th September.
Governance is a key pillar in the management of football and FUFA has put a lot of emphasis in this area. It is upon this back ground that the FUFA Executive Committee convenes quarterly to deliberate on football matters and come up with policies for implementation. The 27th FUFA Exco meeting was held on Wednesday 31st August 2022 at FUFA House, Mengo.
The key decisions are;
Governance & Administration
Rewards and Sanctions Committee
The FUFA Executive Committee approved establishment of the Rewards and Sanctions Committee. The committee will primarily be responsible for handling disciplinary matters as well as recognition and reward for good performance at the FUFA Secretariat.
The Adhoc Committee has;
Sam Mpiima- Chairman
Dr. Azah Taib-Member
Kibazo Peter- Member
Julian Namuganga-Member
Sheba Ampaire- Member
FUFA Centenary Celebrations
The FUFA Executive Committee approved the establishment of the FUFA @100 years Committee. The committee will be responsible for organising events and activities to mark the upcoming Centenary of FUFA in 2024.
The Committee has;
Rogers Byamukama-Chairman
Rogers Mulindwa- Member
Sabiiti Muwanga-Member
Ahmed Hussein-Member
Eric Kifampa-Member
Players Status Regulations
The FUFA Executive Committee approved proposals from the Rules Review Commission (RRC) for amendments to Regulations on status and transfer of players. The approved proposals are;
All football players featuring in FUFA Official Competitions at all levels should be registered on the FUFA Connect System by season 2023/2024. This also takes into account players in FUFA authorised Competitions.
Allow registration of players whose contracts expire during competition period
Youth football player agreements
School-player scholarship agreements for a maximum of three years
Minor players to be registered on FUFA Connect System
Training Compensation fee of UGX 500,000 (Five Hundred Thousand Shillings) has been set per year for a registered player starting at the age of 12 till 23 years for domestic transfers.
Amateur players will remain regulated to stay at a club for two years for stability and growth of a player.
Football Development
Education Fund
The FUFA Executive Committee approved the creation of the FUFA Education Fund to aid members of the football family in enhancing their knowledge in various fields of the game. The fund will, among others
Support the less privileged individuals
Ease pressure on office of the President
Make education affordable
Establish and grow trust in the football family
Match General Coordinators
The FUFA Executive Committee approved the proposal of FUFA General Coordinators (GCs) to be enlisted as match officials in matches of the Uganda Premier League, FUFA Women Super League, Uganda Cup, The FUFA Drum and FUFA Cup Final matches. The FUFA GC shall put on the FUFA authorised badge at all matches and effectively replaces the Match Commissioner and work with the Referees Assessor, Centre Referee, Reserve Referee (4th Official), and 2 Assistant Referees.
Capacity Building Curriculum
The FUFA Executive Committee approved the FUFA Education Curriculum which has been developed for courses in Football Administration and Management, Safety and Security, Refereeing, Coaching, Sports Science, Medical and Nutrition.
FUFA Inter District Football Competition
The FUFA Executive Committee approved a proposal to establish a grass roots-based football competition (FUFA Inter District Football Competition).
Competitions, Refereeing and Licensing
Uganda Cup Final
The FUFA Executive Committee approved Northern Region Football Association to host the Final of the Uganda Cup 2022/2023 season. The final will be hosted in Lira at Akii Bua Stadium.
Proline FC’s request to change region
The FUFA Executive Committee approved that Proline FC plays in the Buganda Regional League for 2022/2023 season. Proline FC acquired Nalubaale FC that was started in Buikwe, Buganda region.
However FUFA Exco advised Proline FC to apply for registration in the Kampala Regional League for the 2023/24 season.
Change of Club names
The FUFA Executive Committee approved requests from three clubs to change names. Clubs whose requests were not approved, means they did not meet the requirements at the preliminary stage for change of name.
The successful clubs are;
Kyambura Football to Bunyaruguru Tigers Football Club
Kazinga Lions Football Club to Bunyaruguru United Football Club
Busiro United Football Club to Kiboga United Sports Club
National teams
Beach Soccer National Team- Sand Cranes
The FUFA Executive Committee approved the proposal to reinforce the Technical team of the Uganda National Beach Soccer team-Sand Cranes. The Exco endorsed the appointment of Angelo Schirinzi from Switzerland for the period that will see the Sand Cranes feature at the COSAFA Beach Soccer Championship in South Africa and the 2022 AFCON Beach Soccer Finals in Mozambique.
Uganda Women National Senior Team- Crested Cranes
The FUFA Executive Committee declared that the positions of the technical team of Crested Cranes have fallen vacant following the completion of their assignment for which they were appointed that ended with the WAFCON Finals in Morocco. FUFA will declare as and when the application process for the vacant positions starts.
Community Clubs Programme
The FUFA Executive Committee approved the FUFA Community Clubs Programme-a model that will create sustainable and accountable clubs built to last. The FUFA Exco provided potential areas of focus where the programme will be first implemented. Acholi, Tooro and Masaka were earmarked for the kickoff the programme.
Uganda National Beach Soccer Team Head Coach Salim Jamal Muwonge has named a provisional squad that will commence preparations for the forthcoming COSAFA Beach Soccer Tournament 2022 – Durban.
The coach on Wednesday revealed a squad comprised of 20 players, largely maintaining the core that took part in the qualification games against Comoros with two additions, Bernard Ndifuna of Kiringente BSC and Peter Mukwata from Mutoola BSC.
The Coach believes that this tournament Will be used as preparation for the final tournament of Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations – Mozambique.
“Our target is to qualify for Beach Soccer World Cup. Using the confidence the players showcased during the previous qualifiers the team will use this tournament to collect the few mistake before the final tournament. We have enough time to prepare for the very best.” He said.
The team will enter residential camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru on Friday, 2nd September 2022.
The tournament will be held between 17th – 25th September in Durban, South Africa.
The 2022 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations will be held from 21st to 30th October in Maputo, Mozambique.
Provisional Squad Goalkeepers Samson Kirya (Buganda Royal BSC), Meddie Kibirige (St. Lawrence BSC), Ronald Mutebi (St. Lawrence BSC), Siraje Masembe (Mutoola BSC)
Defenders Peter Mukwata (Mutoola BSC) Hassan Ali Luboyera (Buganda Royal BSC), Paul Lule (Buganda Royal BSC), Jonathan Kikonyogo (St. Lawrence BSC), Rica Arch Byaruhanga (St. Lawrence BSC), Allan Katwe (St. Lawrence BSC), Asharif Apuuli (Mutoola BSC), Bernard Ndifuna ( Kiringente BSC)
Forwards
Isma Kawawulo (MUBS BSC), Baker Lukoya (St. Lawrence BSC), Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal BSC), Joshua Lubwama (St. Lawrence BSC), Shaka Ssozi (Jinja Lions BSC), Nicholas Mwere(Jinja Lions BSC), Godfrey Lwesibawa (Buganda Royal BSC), Brian Nkuubi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Officials Salim Jamal Muwonge – Head Coach Bashir Mutyaba – Technical Director Manager/ Performance Coach Tonny Ssebagala -Team Manager – Ivan Kulika – Team Doctor Conrad Musiime– Media Officer
Uganda National Beach Soccer team continued with its preparations for the final hurdle of Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers by defeating Jinja Lions BSC in a practice game played on Wednesday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The Sand Cranes were dominant right from onset, eventually going ahead to win the game 12-4.
Nicholas Mwere led the way with a hat trick while Ambrose Kigozi and Joshua Lubwama struck a brace apiece.
The other goals came from Allan Katwe, Rica Byaruhanga , Paul Lule, Godfrey Lwesibawa and Brian Nkuubi.
Jinja Lions got their goals through Pascal Ngobi Pascal ,Ivan Waako, Arafat Wandera and an own goal by Katwe.
Uganda is preparing to host Comoros on 7th August in the return leg of Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2022, Mozambique.
It should be noted that the Sand Cranes won the reverse fixture 5-2.
Coach Salim Jamal Muwonge believes his charges are ready to complete the job and return to the coveted Africa Cup of Nations.
"Since we returned from Comoros, our emphasis has been on being efficient both in defending and going forward. I am confident the players will be able to complete the task this weekend." He said.
“The performance from today’s friendly match has been good and we can only build from the positives realized.”
FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim has promised on behalf of the Executive to pay USD2000 to each member of the 25-man Sand Cranes contingent if they qualify for the AFCON Beach Soccer Finals this year.
Uganda won the first leg 5-2 in Moroni and will play the final and second leg on 7th August 2022 at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Baker Lukooya celebrates after scoring against Comoros.
FUFA President met the team in Njeru on Thursday together with the Leader Of Delegation Ronnie Kalema, Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza, FUFA Football Development Director Ali Mwebe and National Teams Manager Patrick Ntege.
‘We are here to motivate the team. We know how much we have invested in the development of Beach soccer in Uganda. It is time to keep shining on the Continent and this must be done by knocking out Comoros next weekend’ noted FUFA President.
FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim (3rd from right) meeting the Sand Cranes.FUFA President, Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim joins the team in a word of prayer.
The winner on aggregate will qualify for the final tournament that will be hosted by Mozambique later this year.
Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2022
First Leg Comoros 2-5 Uganda
Uganda earned big advantage in their pursuit to return to the prestigious Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Comoros in the first leg of the Qualifiers.
The Sand Cranes had to come from two goals down to secure a 5-2 win in the game played at Stade de Planete Plage in Moroni on Sunday.
Sand Cranes celebrate after the game.
The home side took an early lead through Ali Moussa and Djafer Soilni but Brian Nkuubi pulled one back before the end of the first period.
Nicholas Mwere found the equalizer in the second period as Uganda continued to grow in confidence.
Baker Lukooya celebrates after scoring.
The Sand Cranes were unstoppable in the third and final with Godfrey Lwesibawa, Mwere and goalkeeper Meddie Kibirige scoring.
Uganda Sand Cranes singing the national anthem.
The win gives Uganda big advantage ahead of the return leg slated for 6th August 2022 at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Uganda Starting V
Meddie Kibirige, Jonathan Kikonyogo, Brian Nkuubi, Godfrey Lwesibawa, Isma Kawawulo
2022 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers
First Leg Comoros vs Uganda 24th -07-2022
Stade de Plan’ete Plage- Moloni
Uganda National Beach Soccer Team (Sand Cranes) Head Coach, Salim Jamal Muwonge has on Thursday confirmed the final squad that will travel for the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations 2022 Qualifier game against Comoros.
The game slated for Sunday, 24th July 2022 will be the first leg for the encounter between the two nations.
The team named is composed of 15 players, including two goalkeepers, five defenders and eight forwards.
They depart the country on Friday morning (3:45am) to Comoros aboard Kenya Airlines.
Muwonge is optimistic that his charges will put up a great fight having trained well at FUFA Technical Center, Njeru.
‘We have had good training for this game and we expect to get positive results away. The players are in the right mood mentally and physically.’ Muwonge stated.
Uganda is seeking to return to the final tournament for the second successive time having played at the 2021 edition in Senegal where the team reached the semifinals.
Travelling Squad Goalkeepers Samson Kirya (Buganda Royal BSC), Meddie Kibirige (St. Lawrence BSC)
Defenders Hassan Ali Luboyera (Buganda Royal BSC), Paul Lule (Buganda Royal BSC), Jonathan Kikonyogo (St. Lawrence BSC), Allan Katwe (St. Lawrence BSC), Ashraf Apuuli (Mutoola BSC)
Forwards Isma Kawawulo (MUBS BSC), Baker Lukoya (St. Lawrence BSC), Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal BSC), Joshua Lubwama (St. Lawrence BSC), Shaka Ssozi (Jinja Lions BSC), Nicholas Mwere(Jinja Lions BSC), Godfrey Lwesibawa (Buganda Royal BSC), Brian Nkuubi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Officials Leader of delegation: Ronnie Kalema
Head Coach: Salim Jamal Muwonge Performance Coach: Bashir Mutyaba Team Manager: Tonny Ssebagala UBSA Chairman: Deo Mutabazi FUFA Official: Anthony Tumwesigye FUFA Official: Frank Anyau FUFA Official :Francis Peter Ssuna Team Doctor: Ivan Kulika Media Officer: Julius Mutebi
Uganda Beach Soccer National Team head coach Salim Jamal Muwonge is delighted with the preparations the team has had so far.
After a week of residential training at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, the gaffer believes the Sand Cranes are in perfect shape.
Sand Cranes Coach Salim Jamal Muwonge.
“Since we arrived here, there is a big difference in terms of fitness levels of players and this is encouraging. I am confident the team will be ready for the upcoming games,” he said.
Muwonge further indicates the technical team has opted to play several friendly games as a way of getting the much needed match fitness and making the players ready for the game.
Sand Cranes in one of the trial games.
It from such games that the coach has been able to trim the provisional squad to 17 from the initial 20.
Initial Sand Cranes squad summoned.
The final travelling squad of 15 will be named before the team departs to Comoros later this week.
Baker Lukooya (with the ball) attempts to evade Joshua Lubwama.
The Sand Cranes are preparing to face Comoros in Beach Soccer AFCON 2022 Qualifiers with the first leg slated for Sunday, 24th July in Comoros before a return leg two weeks later in Uganda.
The winner on aggregate will qualify to the final tournament that will be held from 21st to 30th October in Maputo, Mozambique.
Sand Cranes Technical Director Bashir Mutyaba giving instructions to players.
Uganda is seeking to return to the final tournament for the second successive time having played at the 2021 edition in Senegal where the team reached the semifinals.
Rica Byaruhanga in action at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
Provisional Squad
Goalkeepers Samson Kirya (Buganda Royal BSC), Meddie Kibirige (St. Lawrence BSC), Ronald Mutebi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Defenders Hassan Ali Luboyera (Buganda Royal BSC), Paul Lule (Buganda Royal BSC), Jonathan Kikonyogo (St. Lawrence BSC), Rica Arch Byaruhanga (St. Lawrence BSC), Allan Katwe (St. Lawrence BSC), Ashraf Apuuli (Mutoola BSC)
Forwards
Isma Kawawulo (MUBS BSC), Baker Lukoya (St. Lawrence BSC), Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal BSC), Joshua Lubwama (St. Lawrence BSC), Shaka Ssozi (Jinja Lions BSC), Nicholas Mwere(Jinja Lions BSC), Godfrey Lwesibawa (Buganda Royal BSC), Brian Nkuubi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Uganda National Beach Soccer Team, Sand Cranes intensified their preparations for the forthcoming Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers by defeating Jinja Lions BSC in a practice match on Sunday.
The Sand Cranes will face Comoros later this month in the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers against Comoros.
Action between Sand Cranes and Jinja BSC at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
In the game played on Sunday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, the National Team won 9-1.
FUFA Beach Soccer League top scorer Ambrose Kigozi orchestrated the damage, bagging a hat trick.
Brian Nkuubi (in white) vies for the ball with a Jinja BSC player.
Joshua Lubwama scored twice while Ronald Magwali, Brian Nkuubi, Nicholas Mwere and Churchill Kamba netted a goal apiece.
Herman Kasadha pulled one back for Jinja Lions BSC.
Coach Salim Jamal Magoola was impressed with the performance of the team and believes this was a good test.
“The few days spent we have been in camp have given us a good start and definitely this practice game is a testimony to that. There is improvement both in the tactical and technical abilities of the players. I hope if we get more practice matches in the remaining days, we will be in perfect shape for the Qualifiers.” He said.
The first leg will be played between 22nd-24th July in Comoros with the return leg coming between 5th-7th, August in Uganda. The winner on aggregate will qualify to the final tournament.
Sand Cranes tram in camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The 2022 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations will be held from 21st to 30th October in Maputo, Mozambique.
Uganda is seeking to return to the final tournament for the second successive time having played at the 2021 edition in Senegal where the team reached the semifinals.
Team in camp
Goalkeepers Samson Kirya (Buganda Royal BSC), Meddie Kibirige (St. Lawrence BSC), Ronald Mutebi (St. Lawrence BSC), Siraje Masembe (Mutoola BSC)
Defenders Sharif Lubega (Buganda Royal BSC), Hassan Ali Luboyera (Buganda Royal BSC), Paul Lule (Buganda Royal BSC), Jonathan Kikonyogo (St. Lawrence BSC), Rica Arch Byaruhanga (St. Lawrence BSC), Allan Katwe (St. Lawrence BSC), Churchill Katamba (Mutoola BSC), Ashraf Apuuli (Mutoola BSC)
Forwards
Isma Kawawulo (MUBS BSC), Baker Lukoya (St. Lawrence BSC), Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal BSC), Joshua Lubwama (St. Lawrence BSC), Shaka Ssozi (Jinja Lions BSC), Nicholas Mwere(Jinja Lions BSC), Godfrey Lwesibawa (Buganda Royal BSC), Brian Nkuubi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Officials Salim Jamal Muwonge – Head Coach Bashir Mutyaba – Technical Director Manager Brian Bisaso – Goalkeeping Coach Tonny Ssebagala -Team Manager – Ivan Kulika – Team Doctor Julius Mutebi- Media Officer
Uganda National Beach Soccer Team head coach Salim Jamal Muwonge has named a provisional squad that will commence preparations for the forthcoming Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers against Comoros.
Sand Cranes Head coach Salim Jamal Muwonge
The coach on Tuesday revealed a squad comprised of 20 players, largely maintaining the core that has been part of the team.
Sand Cranes Team that played in AFCON 2021
The Coach believes the team summoned will be able to fulfill the target of qualifying back to the continental stage.
Coach Salim Jamal Muwonge addressing the media.
“Our target is to get back to the final tournament and I am confident the players summoned will help in executing the assignment before us. We have enough time to prepare for the two games and hoping for the very best.” He said.
L-R: Sand Cranes Media Officer Julius Mutebi and coach Salim Jamal Muwonge at the press conference.
The team will enter residential camp at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru later today.
The first leg will be played between 22nd-24th July in Comoros while the return leg will happen between 5th-7th August in Uganda with the winner on aggregate qualifying to the final tournament.
The 2022 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations will be held from 21st to 30th October in Maputo, Mozambique.
Uganda is seeking to return to the final tournament for the second successive time having played at the 2021 edition in Senegal where the team reached the semifinals.
Provisional Squad
Goalkeepers Samson Kirya (Buganda Royal BSC), Meddie Kibirige (St. Lawrence BSC), Ronald Mutebi (St. Lawrence BSC), Siraje Masembe (Mutoola BSC)
Defenders Sharif Lubega (Buganda Royal BSC), Hassan Ali Luboyera (Buganda Royal BSC), Paul Lule (Buganda Royal BSC), Jonathan Kikonyogo (St. Lawrence BSC), Rica Arch Byaruhanga (St. Lawrence BSC), Allan Katwe (St. Lawrence BSC), Churchill Katamba (Mutoola BSC), Ashraf Apuuli (Mutoola BSC)
Forwards
Isma Kawawulo (MUBS BSC), Baker Lukoya (St. Lawrence BSC), Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal BSC), Joshua Lubwama (St. Lawrence BSC), Shaka Ssozi (Jinja Lions BSC), Nicholas Mwere(Jinja Lions BSC), Godfrey Lwesibawa (Buganda Royal BSC), Brian Nkuubi (St. Lawrence BSC)
Officials Salim Jamal Muwonge – Head Coach Bashir Mutyaba – Technical Director Manager Brian Bisaso – Goalkeeping Coach Tonny Ssebagala -Team Manager – Ivan Kulika – Team Doctor Julius Bazzeketa – Media Officer
St. Lawrence successfully defended the FUFA Beach Soccer League title after clinching the 2022 edition played on Sunday.
St. Lawrence have managed to go the entire season unbeaten o the finals including winning 9-5 against Buganda Royal BSC in the final played at FUFA Technical Centre,Njeru.
The 2022 League attracted nine teams playing two rounds divided in two groups Hurricane and Monsoon
This is the fourth time that St. Lawrence are winning the League following previous triumphs in 2013,2019 and 2021.
Baker Lukooya of St. Lawrence BSC was named the season MVP.
Baker Lukooya receives the MVP award from FUFA Finance Officer, Muhamood Kalema aka Blatter
Goalkeeper Samson Kiirya of Buganda Royal Institute BSC took home the Golden Glove.
Goalkeeper Samson Kiirya.
Ambrose Kigozi of Buganda Royal Institute finished the season as top scorer with 36 goals.
Top scorer Ambrose Kigozi receives his gong.
Best Coach – Tonny Ssebagala, Buganda Royal BSC
Coach Tonny Ssebagala.
Fairplay award went to Mutoola BSC
Season Best 5 Samsom Kirya (GK)-Buganda Royal Jonathan Kikonyogo- St Lawrence BSC Allan Katwe- St Lawrence BSC Baker Lukooya- St Lawrence BSC Ambrose Kigozi- Buganda Royal BSC
Uganda Beach Soccer National Team has learnt their opponents in the forthcoming Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers 2022.
The Sand Cranes will face Comoros (from COSAFA Region) according to the draws conducted on Friday in Maputo, Mozambique.
Uganda Sand Cranes
The first leg will be played between 22nd-24th July in Comoros while the return leg will happen between 5th-7th August in Uganda with the winner on aggregate qualifying to the final tournament.
The 2022 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations will be held from 21st to 30th October 2022 in Maputo, Mozambique.
Sand Cranes celebrate a goal at Beach Soccer AFCON 2020.
This will be an attempt for Uganda to return to the coveted tournament, having featured in the previous one last year in Senegal where the Sand Cranes reached the semifinals on their début.
Uganda Beach Soccer Association (UBSA) acquired land measuring to one acre in Buliisa district to construct a beach soccer facility.
The donation came from Kisansya Primary school in Buliisa Town council, Buliisa District.
UBSA chairman Deo Mutabazi graced the inspection of the site at Kisansya primary School and expressed his appreciation for the offer.
Ground breaking ceremony at Kisansya Primary school in Buliisa Town council
‘This shows that there is a great improvement of the game and a healthy relationship with all football stakeholders in Uganda. I thank Kitara Region for bearing a vision to have Beach soccer on region level as it is in FUFA president’ manifesto in the new term of office’ Mutabazi expressed.
L-R: Bashir Mutyaba, Deo Mutabazi and Ali Mwebe
The Mayor Buliisa Town council, Muliisa Epafurah was among the dignitaries who graced the official hand over.
‘I am great full that this project is here. We shall offer the necessary support to this project and make it a reality. There many opportunities that come along with sports and football ball in particular’ Muliisa stated.
Epafurah Muliisa, Mayor Buliisa Town Council
Other UBSA officials in attendance were Ali Mwebe (FUFA Football Director) Bashir Mutyaba (UBSA technical Director), Tonny Ssebagala ( UBSA Protocol/Events Manager) Mutebi Julius (UBSA Communication/Marketing Director).
Kitara region officials Diana Kaboha (Kitara Region FUFA women delegate), Ayebale James (Chairman Kitara Region football association), Kabwimukya George, Alinde Harunah (Hoima sports officer), Businge Favour Gilbert (UBSA co-ordinator Kitara Region) also attended.
Ali Mwebe in the ground breaking ceremonyKisansya Primary School poster
The donation follows other generous offers to FUFA, following land at Kadiba in Mengo provided by the Church of Uganda, Lugazi (Buganda Kingdom) and by the Rujumba family along Kampala – Hoima road.
With the Covid-19 situation raging in the country during the final bend of the 2019/2020 season, FUFA mooted a plan to have its Competitions on Television (TV) to give fans a chance to watch the matches since they were not allowed back in the stadia.
It was also one of the ways of taking the game to the public via TV.
The broadcast started with the promotional playoffs of the Regional Leagues and the Star Times FUFA Big League.
These were produced by FUFA and broadcast on FUFA TV (Facebook Live).
Later on, the FUFA Women Competitions and Uganda Cup were also televised via UBC, the National Broadcaster.
Action between Ajax Queens and Amuria High School at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru
Commercial and Broadcast Rights:
In the past, FUFA was not able to sell the commercial rights of the FUFA Women Competitions and Regional Promotions but had sold the commercial rights of the Uganda Cup at 300m UGX (85,000 USD) to Stanbic Bank and 132m UGX (37,000 USD) to Kansai Plascon.
FUFA has not been able to sell the Broadcast (Media) rights of the FUFA Women Competitions, Regional Promotions and the Stanbic Uganda Cup.
In order to create more value for the commercial rights holders of the Uganda Cup thus Stanbic Bank and Plascon, FUFA undertook to pay the cost of production and also agree with a broadcaster to air the matches.
Vipers’ Jamil Kalisa with the ball against UPDF at the St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende during the Stanbic Uganda Cup match in one of the televised duelsShafik Bbosa captures the match proceedings on the main camera
Production of Matches
Production is the process of capturing the matches using Video Cameras and converting the captured video content into electric or electromagnetic or optic signal depending on the expected means of transmission.
The Signal is later transmitted normally via a telecom or satellite provider to the Broadcaster Network.
Production of a football match to be transmitted and aired live is a huge cost ranging from 30,000 USD for international feed standards to a local market price of about 5,000 USD for the current Ugandan Standards.
FUFA received a proposal by Satellite Plus Systems, a company that has been in trade with FUFA over the same business for the last about 10 years to produce 94 matches at a cost of about 1,100 USD per match.
FUFA was saving more than 75% from the local market rates for the same job.
FUFA accepted the offer and contracted Satellite Plus Systems to undertake the job.
FUFA Social media team on duty. Behind is the Satellite Media Plus Outdoor Broadcasting Van
UBC Television – FUFA Partnership:
In order to broadcast the signal produced by Satellite Plus Systems, FUFA agreed terms with Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) Television to broadcast the FUFA Women Competitions Matches (56 matches) and Uganda Cup (25 matches).
National Broadcaster UBC TV has offered free airtime for the Stanbic Uganda Cup and FUFA Women football competitions with the hope of making future revenue.
There was no exchange of money from either party but a share of the revenues when eventually broadcast sponsors are found.
Inside the new HD UBC Television StudiosFUFA President Eng Moses Magogo (with microphone) addressing the media during a press conference as Stanbic Bank announced their sponsorship
Revenues:
So far, only Stanbic Bank has agreed to pay 80m UGX (22,800 USD) as a contribution to the cost of production which is about 362m UGX (103,000 USD).
There are currently over 10 prospective brands in negotiations with FUFA to be part of the Live Broadcast Sponsors of FUFA Competitions for next season.
The objective is to generate more revenues from the sale of Broadcast to cover the full costs of production, transmission, and TV airtime.
Whereas these are inelastic cost centres, the rest of the monies shall be for rights for the benefit of FUFA, Clubs, Referees, Coaches, and Players amongst others.
Hakim Matovu on Goal Angle camera 3Joyful Ugandans cheer the national team, Uganda Cranes. Fans are pertinent of a football matchFred “Maanso” Ssewankambo in charge of goal angle camera 1
Other Values of Football on Television:
Whereas raising value and hence more revenues is the main objective, FUFA wishes to achieve other objectives such as:
1-Extend viewership of the FUFA Competitions to Homesteads, Offices, Bars, Schools and all other places where masses of people collect;
2-Build the brands of FUFA, Competitions, Clubs, Coaches, Players and Referees;
3-Use the media content for;
a) Performance Analysis of the players and referees;
b) Archiving;
c) Second opinion on matters missed by the match officials;
d) Disciplinary Actions.
Action between Lango Queens and Wakiso Hills at the FUFA Technical Center, Njeru during the FUFA Women Elite League
The capturing moment of live images during a football match
FUFA Procurement Processes:
The FUFA Executive Committee, as mandated, enacted the FUFA Procurement and Disposal Manual and FUFA has also hired a fulltime procurement officer in the names of Isaac Natukunda.
In the process of procuring Satellite Plus Systems for the production of the 94 matches, all FUFA procurement processes were followed.
Also, to note, from the documents at the disposal of FUFA received as part of due diligence, Hon. Eng. Magogo Moses Hassim (the FUFA President) is not one of the owners of the Company neither was he involved in the process of its procurement.
FUFA has issued Circular number 1136 directing all clubs not to admit fans to the stadiums until further notice.
The communication signed off by the FUFA Deputy CEO-Football Decolas Kiiza was issued on Thursday 3rd June 2021.
The circular is addressed to FUFA Members, Special Interest Groups of FUFA and Stakeholders reads;
As you are all aware according to statistics from the Ministry of Health there is an upsurge in the number of COVID-19 cases as well as deaths in Uganda.
FUFA had earlier allowed up to 200 fans to watch FUFA organised and FUFA authorized competitions with strong adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This is no longer tenable in the current situation.
Therefore, in order to ensure the Health and Safety of players, Technical staff and all stakeholders, all matches shall be played without spectators or fans until further notice.
As we wind up the 1st Division, 2nd Division and the Uganda Cup there shall be no fans in the stadiums. Teams are further strongly encouraged to limit all other authorized personnel to the bear minimum. SOPs must be strictly observed and COVID-19 vaccination enhanced by football officials and players throughout the country.
