‘We Are the Powerhouse in Sports’ — Ndejje University shines at East African Badminton challenge

By Emmanuel Sekago

Ndejje University has reaffirmed its growing reputation in university sports after its badminton team emerged champions in the Universities category at the City Tyres East African Badminton Challenge, defeating Uganda Christian University (UCU) in the final before collecting additional medals in the Professionals category.

The impressive performance saw Ndejje compete against university teams from Uganda and Kenya, underlining the institution’s commitment to sporting excellence and talent development beyond the classroom.

The City Tyres East African Badminton Challenge brought together players from across the region in four categories: Universities, Professionals, International and Nations, providing a competitive platform for athletes to showcase their abilities at different levels.

Ndejje University demonstrated consistency and determination throughout the Universities category, overcoming fellow university teams before facing UCU in the final.

Their victory secured the championship trophy and added to the university’s sporting achievements, reinforcing its belief that sports remain an important part of student development.

After winning the Universities title, Ndejje’s players continued their campaign in the Professionals category, where they delivered another strong performance, collecting medals across the singles, doubles and mixed doubles events.

Reagan Nsubuga led the charge by winning gold in the Men’s Singles, while Tracy Naluwooza claimed silver in the Women’s Singles.

Nsubuga teamed up with Samuel Waswa to secure another gold medal in the Men’s Doubles, further demonstrating Ndejje’s strength in the competition.

In the Women’s Doubles, Tracy Naluwooza and Olivia Nakajja combined to win silver, while Swabra Nanyombi and Ahmed Oduka earned bronze in the Mixed Doubles.

Nakiyemba Naziphar and Sharifa Mbabazi also secured bronze in the Professionals Women’s Doubles category, adding to the university’s growing medal collection.

The results reflected the players’ discipline, teamwork and determination to compete against strong regional opposition. Winning the Universities category and collecting further medals in the Professionals events highlighted the depth of badminton talent within the institution.

Ndejje University congratulated its badminton team and individual players on their achievements, describing the results as a reflection of the commitment and effort invested in sporting development.

The university continues to support students participating in sports and other extracurricular activities, recognising their contribution to building well-rounded individuals, nurturing leadership, strengthening character and promoting a culture of excellence.

The latest success at the City Tyres East African Badminton Challenge adds to Ndejje’s sporting profile and reinforces its ambition to remain competitive in university sports across the region.

For the university, the achievement goes beyond medals and trophies. It demonstrates the value of investing in student-athletes and creating opportunities for them to develop their abilities, represent their institution and compete on the regional stage.

With the badminton team returning from the competition with the Universities crown and several additional medals, Ndejje University has another reason to celebrate its sporting programme and the determination of its athletes to excel.