Amina Faith Nganda, the captain of the Mukono Pool Team and a two-time Nile Special National Pool Ladies champion, is taking a stand against the stigma that still surrounds pool in Uganda.
In a heartfelt interview airing this Sunday on Women in Sport on NBS Sport, Nganda shares her journey to the top of the game and how she’s breaking barriers for girls who want to take up the cue.
Known for her calm composure and fierce accuracy, Nganda believes it’s time to stop treating pool as just a barroom pastime.
“Many people think that pool is only played in bars and is not a sport for decent girls, but that is not true,” she said. “There’s a professional version of the game that’s played in arenas, not bars, where discipline, strategy, and focus matter.”
Nganda picked up pool at a young age and has since turned it into a career that’s opened doors to money, travel, and strong personal and professional networks.
Now, she’s encouraging more young girls to give the sport a serious shot—and she’s asking parents to get behind them.
“This game has changed my life,” she said. “Girls can build real careers in pool if they’re given the chance. Parents need to see the value and support their daughters.”
She’ll appear on the show alongside 2024 defending champion Rashida Mutesi, as the two share what it takes to succeed, the stereotypes they’ve faced, and how they’re working to grow the sport.
Catch Women in Sport this Sunday at 7 PM on NBS Sport to hear their full stories and see the true face of professional pool—far from the stereotypes and full of opportunity.
