It is with great pleasure that Uganda Christian University has announced that six of its esteemed alumni have been named to represent Uganda at the forthcoming Africa Rugby Cup 2024. Among these are Alex Aturinda, Ivan Magomu, Conrad Wanyama, and Phillip Wokorach, who played for the national Rugby Cranes. Their participation in this tournament confirms the high level of talent groomed at UCU.
Meet the UCU Alumni in the Rugby Cranes Squad
The following are the UCU alumni who shall feature in the Africa Rugby Cup 2024:
- Alex Aturinda
- Ivan Magomu
- Conrad Wanyama
- Phillip Wokorach
These players, together with their fellow teammates detailed below, shall be in action at the brand-new Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, this coming Saturday at 4 pm. Their selection for the national team is clear evidence of great skills and commitment to the game.
Full Rugby Cranes XVs Squad
The Rugby Cranes XVs squad for the Africa Rugby Cup 2024 combines seasoned players and rising stars.
- Forwards: Nathan Bwambale, Faragi Odugo, Jude Jjuuko, Asuman Mugerwa, Santos Senteza, Mike Otto, Saul Kivumbi, Charles Uhuru, Eliphaz Emong, Robert Aziku, Julius Opio, Brian Wandera, Byron Oketayot, Sydney Gongodyo, Moses Ziwa, Alex Aturinda, Mark Omoding.
- Backs: Conrad Wanyama, Pool Kalungi, Ivan Magomu, Joseph Aredo, Innocent Gwokto, Jones Kamiza, Phillip Wokorach, Timothy Kisiga, Arnold Ocen, Joseph Oyet, Shakim Ssembuusi, Edward Emiemu, Blair Ayebazibwe, Ebber Eturinde, Robin Odrua, Nicholas Kato, Haruna Mohammed.
- Replacements: Great talents in waiting to be called upon on the day.
Support the Rugby Cranes
Uganda Christian University is calling upon all its students, alumni, and rugby enthusiasts to come out in droves and cheer the Rugby Cranes. The match is not just a very great avenue to view some high-level rugby but also to spur fellow UCU alumni who worked tirelessly to win this great honor.
A Proud Moment for UCU
Participation of the UCU alumni in the 2024 Africa Rugby Cup underlines the university’s commitment towards growing talent in different fields. It is a source of pride for the whole UCU community and an inspiration to current students.
Let’s get behind the UCU alumni and the Rugby Cranes team in their quest to win the Africa Rugby Cup 2024!
