St. Lawrence University won their sixth beach soccer title after defeating Kampala City 4-3 in the final at the FUFA Technical Centre beach soccer arena in Njeru on Sunday.
Baker Lukooya’s quickfire brace and goals from Brian Nkuubi and Joshua Letti Lubwama helped St. Lawrence secure a convincing win and their fifth consecutive crown, Lukooya’s early double striking a significant blow to Kampala City’s title hopes.
Kampala City’s attempts at a comeback were ultimately unsuccessful, despite a brace from Paul Lule and a goal from Ambrose Kigozi, as St. Lawrence held on to win the match 4-3, with Lubwama’s goal proving to be the decisive factor, relegating Kampala City to silver medal finish.
Mutoola secured the bronze medal after defeating Buganda Royal 5-3 in the third-place playoff, with their star player Steven Nyalimo earning the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.
Edward Kasibante of Buganda Royal was honoured with the best goalkeeper award, while Paul Lule of Kampala City emerged as the top scorer with 47 goals, and Davis Nono of St. Lawrence was named the best coach of the season.
MVP – Steven Nyalimo (Mutoola)
Top scorer – Paul Lule (Kampala City)
Best goalkeeper – Edward Kasibante (Buganda Royal)
Best Coach – Davis Nono (St. Lawrence)
Fair Play Team – MS Sand Lions
