The Lord Mayor emphasised the authority's commitment to sport while addressing the players, who gathered at City Hall for a luncheon.
KCCA Ladies Volleyball Club has been rewarded for their success in the recently concluded National Volleyball League
The team was on Thursday presented with a cash prize of UGX 10m by Kampala Capital City Authority Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago.
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The mayor emphasised the authority's commitment to sport while addressing the players, who gathered at City Hall for a luncheon.
13:28 - 18.05.2023
VOLLEYBALL KCCA Ladies hand over Volleyball League Title to Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago
After finishing third on the log at the end of the regular season, Shilla Omuriwe’s charges beat Ndejje Elites 2-1 in the semis before making light work of Sport-S in the finals.
"This is just a small token to boost your morale," Lukwago told the smartly dressed team.
"We are committed to supporting you. Trophies or no trophies, we shall be supporting you," he added.
"That doesn't mean you should relax.
"We are always top, always up there."
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16:58 - 06.05.2023
VOLLEYBALL KCCA end 17 year wait as they cruise past Sport-S to win the National Volleyball League title
KCCA Ladies ended their 17-year thirst for the National Volleyball League title following a 2-0 sweep of Sport-S in the finals.
The event, held on Thursday morning, started with the team having a trophy parade from MTN Omondi Stadium through the city and up to City Hall.
KCCA defeated Sport-S 2-0 in the finals to win their first league title in 17 years and, in turn, qualify for the Africa Club Championship.
The Lord Mayor also revealed that the authority is keen on helping the club upgrade their home ground in Naguru to sort out the infrastructure problems.
KCCA's last league title had come in 2006, and the 2023 title is expected to give the team a lift to more success.
One year from now, KCCA will be expected to represent Uganda at the Africa Club Championship.
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