Team Uganda convenes with 50 days left to the FISU World University Games

Uganda Delegation to the Chengdu FISU World University Games met today 8th June, at Makerere University to get their first briefing about the upcoming FISU World University Games.

Team Uganda Student Athletes listening to the AUUS Executive

A representative from National Council of Sports, Mr. David Katende, Commissioner for Sports Reverend Duncan Mugumya, and State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang were in attendance as well.

Team Uganda is set to forward four sporting activities including Athletics, Swimming, Badminton and Lawn Tennis. The student Athletes together with the coaches and officials met with the AUUS Executive Committee in the first meeting together with 50 Days Remaining to the games.

A number of issues were discussed including the visa process, checklist for the World University Games, training schedules, details about FISU Games and many more.

L-R Mr. David Katende, Rev. Duncan Mugumya, Mrs. Peninnah Kabenge

The Minister encouraged athletes to train hard, be focused and avoid doping. Uganda hopes to send a Delegation of about 50 students coaches, and officials to the games slated to start from 28 July -8 August,2023.

“You are doing the right thing because as we talk now, sports is no longer for leisure but also an activity where one can generate income” – Reverend Duncan Mugumya – Commissioner for Sport.