In a thrilling opening day at the 20th edition of the Association of University Sports Association (AUUS) Games, pool made its long-awaited official debut at Uganda Christian University (UCU) in Mukono, and Makerere University Business School (MUBS) stole the show.
MUBS announced their intentions with a flawless 5-0 thrashing of Kyambogo University, setting the benchmark high in a sport that graduated from demonstration status to full medal contention this year.
The ruthless trio of Remmy Katende, Jalaludin Batte, and Ivan Mwesigwa led the charge, winning all their frames and completing the whitewash without conceding a point.
“This was the perfect way to begin. Everyone played with confidence. Our goal at these Games is to win the historic first gold,” said Captain Jalaludin Batte, hinting at MUBS’ ambitious plans.
Lira University also made a strong statement with a 5-1 win over University of Kisubi, powered by Rodney Mutebi and Innocent Olum’s two frames each, and Jesse Johns Ogwal’s clinching point.
“I have been with the team for a short time, but they played exactly according to my expectations. The commitment was impressive,” said Lira head coach Herbert Nsimbi.
Other results saw Soroti University edge Kampala International University (KIU) 5-3, Mountains of the Moon University defeat Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) 5-1, and hosts UCU progress by walkover after Bishop Stuart University failed to turn up.
With history on the line and early contenders emerging, pool’s first official chapter at the AUUS Games has broken off with intensity, and MUBS is firmly holding the cue.
Day One Pool Results:
– IUIU 1-5 Mountains of the Moon
– MUBS 5-0 Kyambogo
– Kisubi 1-5 Lira
– Soroti 5-3 KIU
– Victoria vs Makerere (pending)
– Bishop Stuart 0-5 UCU (Walkover)
