The CAF Africa Schools Football Championship is just around the corner, set to kick off on April 23rd and conclude on April 26th in Accra, Ghana. This prestigious under-15 tournament brings together top teams from across Africa’s five regions, including the host nation and defending champions. Uganda’s St Noa Girls, fresh from their CECAFA Championship win last year, will represent the country in the girls’ category.
St Noa Girls follows in the footsteps of Kawempe Muslim SS, who won bronze medals at the championship last year. The final draw for the tournament will take place on April 21st in Ghana.
The 20-player squad selected to represent Uganda includes experienced players like goalkeeper Haira Nabbosa, Cynthia Kirenga, Nabawanuka Belinda Hope, and Tracy Nabalanzi, who were part of last year’s team in Tanzania.
The Final Squad:
- Goalkeepers: Namuwaya Adam Mayimuna, Nabbosa Haira
- On-field players: Namakula Joan, Namaseruka Lydia Kiiza, Hawwah, Kirenga Cynthia, Nabawanuka Belinda Hope, Mungutimu Sheila, Kirabira Shalom Angel, Nabalanzi Tracy, Apio Brenda Ramsey, Nakawala Hairat, Achen Ivet, Kiden Everlyn, Aketogwanga Giovanna, Nabukera Lillian, Nalwadda Faith, Mbeiza Annastanzia, Nassaka Brenda, Kawiino Grace
Team Officials:
- Apolot Harriet Margret – Leader of Delegation
- Basekanankyo Deborah – ASSHU Representative
- Ddamulira Saidi – Manager
- Ssentumbwe William – Team Manager
- Kintu Jimmy – Head Coach
- Muyinda Ibrahim – Assistant Coach
- Kaluma Recheal – Safeguarding Officer
- Kisseka Kizito – Kits Manager
The team left for Ghana early this morning aboard an Ethiopian Airline ready to take on the best of Africa..
