USSSA Elite Championship: Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga Stuns St. Mary’s Kitende in Thrilling Upset

In a match that will go down in history, Uganda Martyrs High School Lubaga pulled off a massive upset, defeating football giants St. Mary’s Boarding Secondary School Kitende 2-1 in the Elite Games. The drama-filled clash at Bombo saw Uganda Martyrs take the lead through Gerenga Ivan’s first-half strike.

The Kampala champions doubled their advantage after the break, with Usama Kyabaggu’s goal putting Kitende under pressure. Despite Denis Kisirko’s late consolation, Uganda Martyrs held on to seal a historic win.

Kitende had earlier shown their attacking firepower, demolishing Fortportal SS 5-1, keeping their quarterfinal hopes alive. Meanwhile, reigning USSSA national champions Buddo Secondary School continued their winning streak, beating Kyadondo SS 1-0 and Standard High School Zana 2-0.

Other results:

  • Kawempe Muslim defeated Janan SS 2-0
  • Bukedea Comprehensive drew 2-2 with Mentor SS
  • Mentor SS beat Janan Secondary School 3-0
  • Bukedea edged Kawempe Muslim SS 1-0

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  • Nalubega Justine

    Nalubega Justine: A Dynamic Force in Ugandan Sports Journalism Nalubega Justine is a distinguished Ugandan sports journalist, news anchor, and sports producer at Gugudde TV. With a degree from Makerere University in Journalism and Communication, Justine brings a unique blend of academic rigor and infectious enthusiasm to her work, making her a standout voice in the world of sports. Justine is particularly passionate about cricket, she's on the anchor desk or in the field.

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