Africa-Press – Uganda. Uganda Technical College (UTC) Elgon has emerged as the undisputed champion of the 2024/25 National Inter-College Games, clinching nine trophies to defend its title in a competition that attracted 22 institutions from across the country.
The 7th edition of the games, held from April 7 to 13 at Kibuli Core Primary Teachers’ College, featured both male and female athletes competing in a wide range of sports.
The disciplines included football, volleyball, handball, netball, as well as mind games such as scrabble, chess, draft, and the traditional omweso (board game).
This year’s tournament brought together students from various national colleges under the Ministry of Education—technical, vocational, teacher training, cooperative, and land and survey institutes.
UTC Elgon stood out with a powerful performance across disciplines, securing gold in men’s basketball, men’s netball, omweso (both boys and girls), girls’ handball, girls’ scrabble, and men’s overall athletics.
The principal attributed the achievement to discipline, hard work, and consistent administrative support, noting that “Elgon’s victory is a result of coordinated teamwork and strategic preparation.”
However, the tournament was not without controversy, UTC Lira and UCC Pakwach were disqualified and suspended for indiscipline.
UTC Lira received a four-year ban after being found guilty of using mercenary players, while UCC Pakwach was handed a two-year suspension following incidents of student misconduct, including an attack on technical officials.
Despite the controversy, celebrations erupted in Mbale as UTC Elgon returned home in triumph, staging a victory procession through the city to showcase their dominance.
The National Inter-Colleget Games continue to provide a platform for talent development and competitive spirit among Uganda’s tertiary institutions, with calls to uphold discipline and integrity growing louder in the aftermath of this year’s events.
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