FINAL COUNTDOWN: GULU CITY MARATHON MOMENTUM SEALED AS OFFICIAL KITS ARE GIVEN
Join the Gulu City Marathon on Dec 6! Run through Northern Uganda's heart. Choose from a full marathon, half, 10k, or 5k fun run. Celebrate with a post-race party & get your finisher's medal.
The Gulu City Marathon is just around the corner, happening on Saturday, December 6th, at Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City, Northern Uganda. This marathon isn't just a race; it's also a celebration of Northern Uganda's culture, heritage, and the Acholi community's spirit.
The marathon kits, ready for over a thousand runners, were recently given to key partners like Tusker Lite, signalling that everything is ready. The kit's colours and patterns come from local art, and symbols like the elephant stand for strength and unity. It shows the city's change from past troubles to growth, connecting runners to the area's past and helping local projects.
Desire Diana Amviko, Partnerships Associate and Ambassador for the Gulu City Marathon, handed over kits to the Tusker Lite team at Uganda Breweries Ltd in Kampala on Monday, November 24.
Denise Nazzinda, Tusker Lite Brand Manager, said that they are happy to be part of the Gulu City Marathon, which lets them celebrate people who live life to the fullest, chase their dreams, and live with purpose.
She added, “We are excited about the marathon and want to bring energy to the event. We plan to use what we learned from the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon to bring the same fun to Gulu.”
Amviko reminded everyone where to get their kits. In Kampala, they're at the marathon office in Arie Towers (5th floor), Fast and Furious at Kampala Club, Omera Restaurant (Bukoto and Forest Mall Lugogo branches), and Zest Sports at Oasis Mall.
In Gulu, you can find them at CFAO Mobility Offices along Kitgum Road, Gulu City Inn, and the Uganda Baati Gulu Office.
After the marathon, there will be a party where runners and others can relax and enjoy Gulu’s nightlife. Tusker Lite will make the night special with a VIP experience for guests.
Now in its second year, the Gulu City Marathon includes a 42 km full marathon, a 21 km half marathon, and 10 km and 5 km fun runs for families.
Every runner who finishes will get a medal to celebrate what they've done.
You can still sign up for the marathon for UGX 60,000, which gets you a special event T-shirt and a string bag.
READY FOR COLD: SHE CRANES EYE CELTIC CUP GLORY
Uganda's She Cranes are better prepared for the UK cold as they target the Celtic Cup trophy, starting their campaign against Namibia.
How well Uganda’s She Cranes do at the Celtic Cup, which starts tomorrow in Glasgow, might depend on the weather in Scotland and the UK.
The team knows what winter is like, but their last trip to the UK in January was tough. It wasn't just the cold; several players got sick, which weakened key positions and hurt how they played.
But this time, team manager Alice Alweny thinks they’ve learned from that.
“We learned our lesson the last time we went to the UK. This time we are doing all we can to stay healthy and be ready to play,” Alweny said.
Like before, the team will get winter gear when they arrive in the UK, thanks to kit sponsors Gilbert. Players are also told to bring their own warm clothes to help them deal with the expected freezing weather this week. The plan is for the team to get to Scotland on Sunday, rest on Monday, and play a practice game before their first Celtic Cup match on Wednesday.
Having seen the good, bad, and ugly sides of winter in past competitions, the She Cranes now have more experience with what to do and not do when playing in cold weather.
Even with the challenges, Alweny is still sure her team can do well.
“The team is ready. They are going to Scotland to win a trophy. The girls look good and will be feeling positive,” she said.
Uganda’s first Celtic Cup game is against Namibia.
NAKIVUBO DOUBLE-HEADER DRAMA: CAN URA RESET? VIPERS FACE EXPRESS
A crucial UPL double-header at Nakivubo: URA's new coach faces Buhimba, then Vipers battle Express. A test of early-season mettle.
The StarTimes Uganda Premier League returns to Nakivubo Stadium this Wednesday evening with two games that could change the season's direction. URA will face Buhimba United at 5 PM, and then Express will play Vipers at 8 PM. Both games have pressure and stories to watch.
The first game is a fresh start for URA with their new fill-in coach, Edward Golola, who is taking over for Alex Isabirye. The four-time champions changed coaches after winning just one of seven games. They are currently 13th with eight points.
Golola aims to stabilise a team struggling to work together on offence, stay consistent in the midfield, and keep a strong defence. His first test is Buhimba, who is also trying to find their rhythm. URA views this game as a chance to reset, while Buhimba hopes to surprise a team getting used to a new coach. This game will show if Golola can restore the confidence and structure that URA needs.
The second game features Vipers against Express, a match that is usually close and exciting. URA starts fresh with their coach, while Vipers aims to continue their perfect record on a big UPL night at Nakivubo.
Vipers are coming off a 2–1 win against Maroons, keeping their streak alive. Coach Ivan Minnaert has four tough games ahead, and he’ll attempt to rotate players and maintain the intensity. Express is currently eighth with nine points and is still searching for consistency under Jimmy Kintu. Their goal will be to disrupt the Vipers’ game.
Last season, these two teams drew 2–2 in the same game, so Express has shown they can challenge Vipers. With new coaches, current form, and early-season standings all important, tonight’s doubleheader will be a major test for both teams.