The USSSA Ball Games II reached a thrilling milestone on Day Five, with shocking eliminations in the netball disciplines leaving some giants in tears. The most stunning upset occurred in the Round of 16, where Namagabi SS pulled off a dramatic 25-24 win over Kawanda SS in a contentious match on Tuesday afternoon. The Kayunga-based team edged out Kawanda SS in a nail-biting contest, sparking controversy and a petition from the losing side.
According to Sharif Lulenzi, Namagabi SS’s tactician, the team’s success can be attributed to their unwavering confidence in each other. “I believe in my girls, and they believe in themselves, including their ability to take on Hamdan,” Lulenzi revealed. However, Kawanda SS disputed the result, alleging unfair play and requesting a rematch.
The tournament has seen its fair share of surprises, with several top teams crashing out in the early stages. The quarterfinal lineup promises more excitement, with matchups set to deliver thrilling encounters. Teams that were once seen as underdogs are now emerging as strong contenders, turning the tide of the championship.
Round of 32 saw dominant performances and close shaves. St. Mary’s Kitende cruised past St. Andrea Kahwa 37-17, while Buddo SS showed class in their 32-11 win over Kihanga SS. Namagabi had earlier ousted Kyotera Parent 24-19, setting the stage for their historic clash with Kawanda. Other notable results included Kajjansi Rines SS beating Kaddugala SS and Madinah Islamic overpowering Rock High School 28-21.
The quarterfinal fixtures are now confirmed: Hamdan Islamic faces Namagabi SS, St. Mary’s Kitende meets St. Josephine Bakita, St. Noa Girls SS takes on Madina Islamic, and Buddo SS locks horns with Green Light Islamic. With high stakes and rising tension, Day Six is expected to deliver more surprises, resilience, and possibly more tears as the road to glory narrows.
