The Lady Jaguars squabbled with the UPDF lady Tomahawks, delivering a masterful performance that resulted in a resounding 63-76 victory.

From the onset, it was evident that the Lady Jaguars meant business. Led by standout players like Sarah Ageno and Mercy Batamuliza, they dominated the boards, denying their opponents any second chance opportunities. Ageno and Batamuliza’s relentless efforts in securing rebounds paved the way for the team’s defensive success, effectively shutting down the Tomahawks’ offense.

On the offensive end, Ruth Letaru emerged as a formidable force, leading the charge with her 3 point clutch on. Letaru, alongside Brenda Kayaga and Maimuna Naboosa orchestrated a relentless offensive onslaught that kept the Lady Hawks on their toes throughout the game.

Despite facing a setback by the end of the second quarter, the lady jaguars rallied together in the spirit of OBONATO and staged an impressive comeback.

By the end of the third quarter, the team found themselves with a commanding 14-point lead, thanks to their relentless defensive efforts and strategic offensive plays. Their tight defense forced the Lady Hawks into a scoring drought for about 6 minutes, allowing the Lady Jaguars to capitalize on opportunities and extend their lead even further.

Wangeshi proved to be a crucial asset when it mattered the most, sinking three-point shots and contributing 12 points to the team’s impressive scoreline.

As the game entered its final quarter, the Lady Hawks attempted to stage a comeback of their own, deploying their shooting guards Christine Namyalo and Stella Maris Lunkuse in a bid to narrow the gap. However, their efforts proved futile against the relentless defense of the Lady Jaguars, who maintained their composure and secured the win.

In the end, it was a well-deserved victory for the Lady Jaguars, leaving their opponents in awe and their fans cheering for more.

Match stats

Lady Jaguars

Ruth Letaru 15 points, 5 rebs, 8 assts

Sarah Ageno 16 points, 6 rebs

Sandra Wangeshi 12 points

UPDF lady Tomahawks

Christine Namyalo 18 points, 4rebs, 1 asst

Stella Maris 11 points, 6 rebs and 1 asst