{"id":63532,"date":"2023-12-28T20:24:17","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T20:24:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/kulume-ebulu-scoop-mvps-gongs-as-sca-toast-to-ninth-anniversary"},"modified":"2023-12-28T20:47:25","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T20:47:25","slug":"kulume-ebulu-scoop-mvps-gongs-as-sca-toast-to-ninth-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/kulume-ebulu-scoop-mvps-gongs-as-sca-toast-to-ninth-anniversary","title":{"rendered":"Kulume, Ebulu scoop MVPs gongs as SCA toast to ninth anniversary"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Uganda. <\/strong><\/span>In a stellar year for both local hubs and the nation, Soroti Cricket Academy (SCA) celebrated its ninth anniversary with impeccable timing.<\/b><\/p>\n

The three-day event, held from December 22-24 in Soroti, followed the national women\u2019s team\u2019s qualification for the ICC Women\u2019s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in Dubai next year, with at least 80% of Victoria Pearls squad members being SCA products.<\/p>\n

The festivities included an awards and dinner ceremony on December 22, a cricket carnival, and barbecue on December 23, culminating into an Xmas Hamper Giveaway to players on December 24. SCA chairman Felix Musana commended the players for their dedication and preached commitment to nurturing young cricketers.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is my honour to stand before you and emphasize the importance of joining hands and supporting our cause. We have come a long way since our humble beginnings, and it is through the collective efforts of our community that we have been able to nurture and empower young cricketers,\u201d said chairman Musana.<\/p>\n

Future stars<\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cYou\u2019re the heart and soul of this academy. Your dedication, passion, and hard work have not gone unnoticed. You have shown immense talent and potential, and it is our duty to provide you with the necessary resources, guidance, and opportunities to excel in this sport.<\/p>\n

\u201cTogether, we can shape you into future cricket stars and ambassadors of our academy. For now, let\u2019s celebrate.\u201d<\/p>\n

Men\u2019s team captain Ronald Ebulu, Olila\u2019s Naume Amongin, and Soroti City\u2019s Phiona Egaru Kulume were awarded Player of the Year accolades for their respective franchises. Josephine Icumar and Gideon Outeke received Rookie of the Year honours.<\/p>\n

New heights<\/b><\/p>\n

In celebrating the winners, guest of honour Davis Turinawe acknowledged the growth of the game in Soroti and hinted that it would inspire others to pursue cricket.<\/p>\n

\u201cYour commitment has not only elevated cricket in Soroti to new heights but has also inspired individuals to pursue their own dreams.<\/p>\n

\u201cThose playing at the highest level for Uganda are testament to these dreams. As we celebrate all our winners today, let us also look ahead with excitement for the future of cricket. May it continue to serve as a platform for excellence,\u201d said Turinawe, who is also the Development Manager of the mother body \u2013 Uganda Cricket Association (UCA).<\/p>\n

Carnival climax<\/b><\/p>\n

SCA president Richard Oluka, a pivotal player for the Chairman\u2019s XI, demonstrated his skills with a quickfire 30-runs in a friendly match against Soroti XI, who set a target of 105 runs in 10 overs.<\/p>\n

Oluka pledged an extraordinary celebration for the upcoming decade anniversary festivities next year.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Peter Ocen and Juma Sururu excelled on the oval during the carnival\u2019s final match, each scoring 40-odd runs and picking up a wicket apiece to contribute to the triumphant Soroti XI\u2019s victory by 6 wickets.<\/p>\n

INDIVIDUAL AWARD WINNERS<\/b><\/p>\n

BOYS CATEGORY<\/p>\n

Best Bowler:<\/b> Juma Sururu<\/p>\n

Best Batsman:<\/b> Jacob Malinga<\/p>\n

Best Youngster:<\/b> Gideon Outeke<\/p>\n

Player of the Year:<\/b> Ronald Ebulu<\/p>\n

GIRLS CATEGORY<\/b>
\nBest Bowler:<\/b> Kevin Amuge<\/p>\n

Best Batter:<\/b> Esther Iloku<\/p>\n

Best Youngster:<\/b> Josephine Icumar<\/p>\n

Player of the Year \u2013 Olila:<\/b> Naume Amongin<\/p>\n

Player of the Year – Soroti City:<\/b> Phiona Kulume<\/p>\n

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