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Africa-Press – Uganda. <\/strong><\/span>As the annual Girls Schools Cricket Week (GSCW) tournament reached its climax, Light Secondary School of Soroti emerged as the new champions, marking the most significant highlight of the event.<\/b><\/p>\n

In a thrilling finale, Light SS secured victory by edging past defending champions Olila High School by a narrow margin of three runs. This finale, part of the larger and more competitive post-primary national championship, witnessed the participation of a record 16 schools.<\/p>\n

Olila High School advanced to the final by defeating surprise package Sacred Hearts of Gulu, while Light SS secured their spot by overcoming Jinja SS in the semifinals. The final match at St Mary\u2019s Madera Ground saw Light SS posting a modest 76 for 9, with Olila falling short at 73 for 7, as they ran out of overs. Amidst the celebrations and accolades, Lorna Anyait of Olila stood out as the Player of the Tournament, showcasing exceptional performance with 203 runs, 11 wickets, and 8 fielding dismissals.<\/p>\n

Notion of SCA<\/b><\/p>\n

The event also highlighted the significance of the Soroti Cricket Academy (SCA), with chairman Felix Musana expressing pride in seeing players from Light SS and Olila competing in the finals. This success further emphasises Soroti\u2019s reputation as a city of talent and champions.<\/p>\n

\u201cSeeing our girls from Light SS and Olila playing in the finals is a dream come true. Their dedication and the unwavering spirit have shown that Soroti is not just a city of talent but also a home of champions,\u201d exclaimed SCA chairman Felix Musana.<\/p>\n

Notably, 10 players from the academy, including vacists Annet Anume and Naume Amongin, received call-ups to the provisional U-19 squad preparing for the International Cricket Council (ICC) U-19 Women\u2019s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Kigali.<\/p>\n

The impressive performance of Light SS and Olila High underscores the effectiveness of the academy\u2019s talent development programs, garnering attention from sports bodies and potential sponsors as well as enhancing its national reputation.<\/p>\n

GIRLS SCHOOLS CRICKET WEEK<\/b>
\nRESULT – FINAL<\/b><\/p>\n

Light SS 76\/9 in 20 overs<\/p>\n

Olila HS 73\/7 in 20 overs<\/p>\n

Light SS won by 3 runs<\/b>
\nINDIVIDUAL AWARDS<\/b>
\nPlayer of Series<\/b> – Lorna Anyait – 203 runs, 11 wickets & 8 fielding dismissals (Olila HS)<\/p>\n

Best Batter<\/b> – 270 runs – Mbwali Naume (Masaka SS)<\/p>\n

Best Wicketkeeper<\/b> – Jimia Mohammad – 20 fielding dismissals (Olila HS)<\/p>\n

Best Bowler<\/b> \u2013 Zita Achan – 17 wickets (St Mary\u2019s Girls School Madera)<\/p>\n

Best Fielder<\/b> – Christine Aguti – 10 fielding dismissals (Light SS)<\/p>\n

UCA GIRLS SCHOOLS CRICKET WEEK<\/b>
\nCAST OF WINNERS<\/b><\/p>\n

2001: Gayaza High School<\/p>\n

2002: Gayaza High School<\/p>\n

2003: City High School<\/p>\n

2004: City High School<\/p>\n

2005: Gayaza High School<\/p>\n

2006: City High School<\/p>\n

2007: Not Held<\/p>\n

2008: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2009: Not Held<\/p>\n

2010: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2011: Gayaza High School<\/p>\n

2012: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2013: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2014: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2015: Kololo Secondary School<\/p>\n

2016: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2017: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2018: Jinja Secondary School<\/p>\n

2019: Olila High School<\/p>\n

2020: Not Held (Covid-19)<\/p>\n

2021: Not Held (Covid-19)<\/p>\n

2022: Olila High School<\/p>\n

2023: Olila High School<\/p>\n

2024: Light Secondary School<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

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