A first half brace from James Ssekate and a second half penalty by Simon Wanyama secured victory for Felix Kawooya Ssekabuuza’s coached charges, St Julian High School, Seeta Campus.
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This is St Julian High School Seeta’s first ever national schools’ football trophy; an achievement that head coach Ssekabuuza attributes to good planning, diligence and self belief.
St Julian High School Seeta emerged victorious in the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) boys’ football tournament, claiming the championship in a dominant fashion.
In a decisive final showdown held at the Masaka Secondary School playground on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, St Julian High School Seeta triumphed over Amus College School with an impressive 3-0 victory.
Under the guidance of coach Felix Kawooya Ssekabuuza, St Julian High School Seeta showcased their prowess on the field. James Ssekate proved to be instrumental in their success, scoring a brace in the first half. Simon Wanyama sealed the win with a penalty in the second half, securing the championship title for his team.
From the onset, St Julian High School Seeta dominated the game, with Ssekate swiftly capitalizing on opportunities. By the quarter-hour mark, he netted a rebound off the goalkeeper Ben Sinalya, setting the tone for his team’s commanding performance. Minutes later, Ssekate capitalized on a defensive lapse to extend their lead to 2-0 by halftime.
Although Amus College School attempted to rally in the second half, their efforts were thwarted by St Julian High School Seeta’s solid defense. Despite a valiant effort from Amus College School, including missed opportunities by Devis Busuulwa, St Julian High School Seeta maintained their lead.
The turning point came when Amus College School’s captain, Toto Majub, received a red card for a deliberate handball, resulting in a penalty awarded to St Julian High School Seeta. Wanyama calmly converted the penalty, effectively sealing victory for his team.
Throughout the remainder of the match, Amus College School struggled to make an impact with only ten players on the field.
St Julian High School Seeta’s triumph in the USSSA boys’ football tournament not only highlights their exceptional skill and teamwork but also serves as a testament to their determination and commitment to excellence on the field.
SUMMARY
2024 USSSA Boys Football:
Final: Amus College School 0-3 St Julian High School Seeta
Third-place: St Mary’s Kitende 1-0 Bukedea Comprehensive School
Individual Awards:
Most Valuable Player (MVP): Isma Magala (Blessed Sacrament Kimanya)
Top Scorer: Hakim Musaaba (Amus College School) – 11 Goals Best Goalkeeper: Denis Mugerwa (St Mary’s Kitende)
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