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Eric Butime, Vice President of Technical, orchestrated the strategic alliance, leading to both nations penning a memorandum of understanding.
The Uganda Rugby Union (URU) has announced a significant rugby partnership with the North African counterpart, Tunisia.
Eric Butime, Vice President of Technical, orchestrated the strategic alliance, leading to both nations penning a memorandum of understanding.
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RUGBY 2023 Victoria Cup: Uganda Rugby Union enlists former Rugby Cranes stars to rebuild XVs team
Union CEO Isaac Lutwama unveiled plans to construct a formidable XVs team within the next eight years, aiming to compete in the Rugby Africa Cup once more and to secure a win.
This agreement paves the way for joint ventures in various rugby-related areas.
“Our union successfully established an MOU with Tunisia Rugby, thanks to the efforts of our VP of Technical. This collaboration promises to revolutionize multiple facets of the sport,” shared URU CEO Isaac Lutwama.
He further disclosed: “Our Men and Women XVs, 7s, and under-age grade teams are set to engage in return test matches. The inaugural match is scheduled for this year.”
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RUGBY Who makes Uganda Rugby Cranes team for the international season?
Amongst those summoned is former Uganda Sevens captain Michael Wokorach, who will miss the Africa Sevens due to work commitments.
Fans can mark their calendars for the first test match between the 20th and 29th of November. Uganda’s Men’s and Women’s XV squads will make their journey to Tunis. Conversely, the rematch is slated for early 2024 in Kampala.
A primary objective of this partnership is to bolster the frequency of test games for both teams, aiming to elevate their global rankings and competitive edge.
Lutwama remarked: “In 2022, both sides only engaged in two test matches. Our aspiration is that this alliance propels our teams to greater heights.”
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STARS ABROAD Jane Asinde: Uganda Gazelles’ superstar reflects on flouring career after making it to the prestigious All-Conference selection
The University of Texas El Paso forward, who was a third-team All-Conference selection last season, led her team in both points and rebounds.
In other news, the Rugby Cranes are gearing up to compete against Zambia and Kenya in the forthcoming Victoria Cup at Kings Park Arena.
The contest kicks off on 28th October, where Uganda will challenge Zambia. The subsequent matchday features Kenya and Zambia at Kyadondo Rugby Grounds on 2nd November.
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Fans are particularly anticipating the third matchday. Uganda will clash with arch-rivals Kenya on 5th November at Kings Park Arena.
This match doubles as the first leg of the Elgon Cup, with the sequel scheduled for 11th November in Nairobi.
Fixtures
Matchday 1: Uganda vs. Zambia - 28th October (Kings Park Arena)
Matchday 2: Kenya vs. Zambia - 2nd November (Kyadondo Rugby Grounds)
Matchday 3: Uganda vs. Kenya - 5th November (Kings Park Arena).
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