Basketball

UCU Lady Canons – Women’s Basketball Team

The UCU Lady Canons are the definitive dynasty and a beacon of excellence in Ugandan women’s basketball. More than just a team representing Uganda Christian University, the Lady Canons have established a legacy of dominance in the National Basketball League (NBL), capturing 9 championships in the last 18 seasons, hence the most decorated team, and setting the benchmark for success.

Celebrated for their strategic brilliance, deep roster, and unwavering competitive fire, the team is synonymous with winning. They are a magnet for the country’s finest female talent, offering a platform where athletes excel under high-performance coaching and a culture of empowerment. The Lady Canons’ influence extends far beyond the hardwood; they are pivotal figures in the movement to advance women’s sports in Uganda, serving as powerful role models who demonstrate that athletic prowess and academic ambition can go hand-in-hand. Their continued success fuels the growth of the game and inspires young women across the nation.

The UCU Canons is a prominent basketball team representing Uganda Christian University. Known for their competitive spirit and skilled gameplay, the Canons compete in Uganda’s top basketball leagues and have established themselves as a formidable force in the national basketball scene. The team is recognized for developing local talent, fostering teamwork, and promoting the growth of basketball in Uganda. With a dedicated coaching staff and passionate players, the UCU Canons continue to strive for excellence both on and off the court, inspiring fans and aspiring athletes across the country.

The Lady Canons are the record holders of the National Basketball League having won the title eight times.

The latest award that the school has won in the sport is the championship in the lady’s basketball in the country. This has also grown the love for the game in the university among the students, staff and alumni.

The University basketball team, specifically the men’s team has managed to thrive and fairly compete under the leadership of Coach Nicholas Natuhereza. He has lead this team as its head coach for 12 years, since 2010.

As the head coach of the basketball program, he has since won 8 championships with the UCU lady canons.

He expressed his love for the program and his dedication to making it successful. “I have been here for a while and I have really loved being the coach of the basketball team. I am dedicated to making it the top program in the country.”

This basketball program has produced some of the best players of the game in the country. Personalities like JImmy Enabu, Titus Lual and Fayed Baale are all products of the basketball program at this institution.

Today, basketball in the school is not only for those on the school team but for everyone. Whoever is studying at the university has an idea about the game. Even those that do not play the sport are interested and so they come to watch others play. (quote from someone that doesn’t play basketball)

At the main campus, where the game is mainly played, the basketball courts are located next to the main gate. So as soon as one enters the university campus, they immediately know that at this university, the game of basketball is valued.

Over the years, the institution has been known for having good sports programs like soccer, volleyball, netball and basketball.