The black Jaguars returned to Kira victorious after a hard-fought battle against the Ndejje Angels, clinching a 55-53 victory. This win marks the Jaguars’ 10th triumph of the season, highlighting their competitive spirit in the league.

A quick breakdown of the sequence of events that transpired;

The first quarter was a tightly contested affair, with both teams displaying solid offense and defensive efforts. The black Jaguars managed to score 11 points, just one point shy of the Angels’ 12. Kevin Moru, despite struggling from beyond the arc, found ways to contribute within the paint. George Agasi did what he does best to keep the team afloat defensive rebounds.

The pressure became hotter in the second quarter. The experienced Ndejje Angels resorted to a tight man-to-man defense amounting to turnovers for the JT Jaguars. Capitalizing on these mistakes, the Angels began to widen their lead. Cikom Monybai was particularly impressive, sinking three consecutive three-pointers and scoring 14 of the Angels’ 26 points by halftime. Despite these setbacks, the JT Jaguars managed to stay within striking distance, trailing by only one point, thanks to the energetic contributions of Duncan Ian and Were Mark off the bench.


The JT Jaguars faced continued challenges in the third quarter. Their shooting difficulties persisted, particularly from beyond the arc and at the free-throw line, where they missed several opportunities. Statistically speaking, the team only made 14-of-41 points within the arc and only 6-of-32 three-point shots. Speaking to Coach Cuthbert about this, he remarked, “It was indeed absurd. We are far better than this.” Defensive lapses allowed the Angels to make more baskets, increasing their lead by 3. The period ended with the Angels ahead, 44-39.

Fourth quarter fireworks

The final quarter brought a twist of fate. The black Jaguars upped their game in every aspect—defense, offense, and energy. Despite trailing for most of the game, a critical sequence at the 2:30 mark turned the tide. Were Mark’s aggressive play earned him trips to the free-throw line, narrowing the gap. George Agasi’s offensive rebound further tightened the score to 50-53.

In the last 58 seconds, the Jaguars executed a perfectly timed play. Kevin Moru cut through the defense, received the ball, and sank a dagger shot to level the score at 53. A strategic timeout by Coach Sudi led to a perfectly executed play. Duncan led the drive, passing to an open Mark, who scored the go-ahead basket. The Angels had one last chance with 5 seconds remaining but failed to convert, sealing victory for the Jaguars.

In a short interview with coach Cuthbert,

What was in your minds in the last 5 seconds?

We only needed one defensive stop, that meant a very tight defense with caution not to foul

Keys to the game

1. Kevin Moru

Despite early struggles, Moru delivered when it mattered most. His game-tying three-pointer set the stage for the Jaguars’ comeback, showcasing his clutch performance even under pressure. Kevin contributed 8 points, 2 assists, and 2 rebounds.

2. Were Mark

Mark was instrumental in keeping the Jaguars within striking distance. Scoring 17 points and grabbing 2 rebounds, he initiated the crucial 48-51 run at the free-throw line and made the game-winning basket.

3. George Agasi


For the second consecutive game, Agasi earned player of the game honors. He contributed 15 points and 17 rebounds, including a critical block in the closing seconds that kept the Jaguars in contention.

4. Chuma Fadhili


Chuma’s contributions, though not highly visible on the scoreboard, were critical. He secured 13 rebounds, with 9 on the defensive end, and provided 5 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block. His efficient passing and defensive stops were pivotal in the team’s victory.