The 21st edition of the FEASSA games have commenced in Uganda with over 3000 students from East African region.
In the tournament opener graced by the president of Uganda, co-host Bukedea Comprehensive School easily won 2-0 against Benjamin Mkapa SS of Tanzania.
Reagan Ssekisambu and Yusuf Ssebumpenje were on target for Bukedea Comprehensive School.
The historical opener was held this Sunday, the 18th at Bukedea Comprehensive School Stadium.
This year’s games attracted 4 countries including hosts Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania.
Uganda are the defending champions of the overall title and will be looking forward to utilize the home advantage to defend it for the fourth time consecutively having won it before in 2019, 2022 in Arusha and 2023 in Huye Rwanda.
“I am delighted to confirm that all member states, except South Sudan, have participated in these games, making it a truly regional celebration of sportsmanship and friendship.
The games were graced by the presence of Uganda’s Head of State HE .YKM and Laurent Petrynka the President of the International School Sport Federation (ISF).” Justus Mugisha, USSSA and FEASSA President in his pre championship message
“We promise to make these games the best-organized ever, with improvements in all areas, especially in the use of technology. I extend my gratitude to the organizers, sponsors, and partners who have worked tirelessly to make this event a success.” Mugisha Added.
The games will run till late August, on Monday, the 27th.
The games will continue tomorrow with three fixtures. Holders St. Mary’s Boarding Secondary School Kitende will play against Kenya champions High Way High School.
Hosts Amus College School will face off with Kenya’s Musingu while Rugungwa of Rwanda battle Tanzania’s Kalangalala.
