AUUS Games Netball Championship quarter-finals set to deliver thrilling duels

The 2025 Association of Uganda University Sports (AUUS) Games Netball Championship has reached the quarter-final stage, promising intense battles as teams vie for a spot in the semi-finals.

The stage is set for a thrilling morning of netball at Uganda Christian University (UCU), with four quarter-final duels lined up for action.

The early fixtures pit Nkumba University against Makerere University Business School (MUBS) at 9:10 am, followed by Kampala University taking on Bugema University.

Kampala University, who topped Group B with six points, will look to maintain their winning streak against Bugema, who qualified as second-placed team in the group.

Kampala University emerged as the standout performers during the group stage, registering flawless wins in all three matches, amassing an impressive 156 goals while conceding a mere 43.

They are closely trailed by hosts Uganda Christian University (UCU), who similarly swept their group stage matches, scoring 140 goals and conceding a paltry 40.

Kampala University’s defender Aya Gloria in action | Photo by Kayiira Jackson

The other quarter-final fixtures feature defending champions Victoria University facing Makerere University, and St. Lawrence University taking on hosts Uganda Christian University (UCU).

UCU, who topped Group C with a flawless record, will be looking to leverage their home advantage against St. Lawrence.

The tournament, which kicked off on December 18, will conclude on Tuesday, December 23. The quarter-final fixtures are:

The winners will progress to the semi-finals tomorrow evening, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the championship.

1. Nkumba University vs MUBS

2. Kampala University vs Bugema University

3. Makerere University vs Victoria University

4. St. Lawrence University vs UCU

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Nsereko Musoke Isa
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