Mubiru, who retired in January 2023, says it's vital for rugby veterans to take up leadership roles in the sport because they have been there, done that and have the experience to deliver.
Alex Mubiru needs no introduction in the Ugandan rugby circles; his 20–season trophy-laden career with the Heathens and the national team sums up his legendary status.
Mubiru, who retired in January 2023, says it's vital for rugby veterans to take up leadership roles in the sport because they have been there, done that and have the experience to deliver.
"Rugby vets (veterans) should take over the leadership positions in the sport," Mubiru noted on the sidelines of a training session at Kyadondo.
"Because they have been there and have the experience. They can be club chairmen, treasurers and Excom members," he added.
The former hooker is among the many former Ugandan players preparing for the upcoming legends clash against perennial rivals Kenya set for 27th May 2023 at Kyadondo Rugby Grounds.
"It's going to be an epic battle because it will reignite the rivalry that had gone away, but overall," he noted.
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"It will be an interesting experience for the new and old fans to watch the legends they never saw play."
"It's a win-win for East African rugby because we need to reignite the vets culture," he added.
Mubiru, described by many as one of the best hookers in Ugandan rugby, was part of the 2007 Rugby Cranes squad that conquered Africa by winning the CAR tier 1A 15s title.
'Musava's two decades at Heathens also produced twelve Nile Special Rugby Premiership titles, eight Uganda Cups and eight national sevens titles.
Alex Mubiru, at glance
12x Nile Special Rugby Premiership
8X Uganda Cup
8X National Sevens
3X Elgon cup (2006. 2012.2015)
1x CAR 2007 1A 15s
52 test matches
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