By: Kayiira Jackson
The 2024/25 Pepsi University Football League season officially climaxed with glorious awarding ceremony held at Kati Kati Restaurant-Lugogo on Tuesday evening.
The event that saw the league’s top performers winning big with versatile Uganda Martyrs University player, Kayondo Joseph, Wanume Gilbert of Kampala University headlining the day.
Kayondo, naturally the overlapping right back who scored five goals in different five matches plus two assists won three accolades named the Most Valuable Player of the season.
The player who was absentee on the day took the best defender of the season accolade, making the best eleven as well as the MVP award.
The event was graced by the Commissioner Physical Education in the Ministry of Education and Sports Rev. Canon. Duncans Mugumya coupled with sports tutors of different universities.
Kiwa Faustino of Bugema University earned Sports Tutor of the Season for his calm leadership and hospitality, attending every match and ensuring smooth coordination for all visiting teams.
Coach of the Season went to Kisuuze Eric of Uganda Martyrs University, who led his side through an impressive unbeaten run, 11 matches with 9 wins and 2 draws solidifying their dominance in the league.
Kumi University’s Alele Tom shone as Rookie of the Season, showcasing lethal finishing and striking fear into top teams like Ndejje, Victoria, and Makerere.
In goal, Ocen Fred of Ndejje University was nearly unbeatable, registering 7 clean sheets in 8 games to claim the Goalkeeper of the Season honor.
In midfield, Jjonga Nicholas (Uganda Martyrs) was named Midfielder of the Season for his blend of defensive strength and attacking creativity, drawing praise for his ability to control games.
Matege Innocent (St. Lawrence University) took home the Most Assists award with 5 assists and 2 goals, playing a direct role in 7 of his team’s goals.
Top Scorer of the Season was Wanuume Gilbert (Kampala University), who netted 6 goals in 4 games—including the season’s only hat trick, against Gulu.
The other element manifested in the awards, Uganda Martyrs University permanently received the league trophy since they won it three times (2017,2022 and 2025).
Best Eleven
1. Ocen Fred (Ndejje)
2. Kayondo Joseph (Uganda Martyrs)
3. Lubega Ismail (Nkumba)
4. Agaku Vincent (St. Lawrence)
5. Mutebi Patrick (Uganda Martyrs)
6. Jjonga Nicholas (Uganda Martyrs)
7. Ogola Patrick (UCU)
8. Matege Innocent (St. Lawrence)
9. Ziraba Ronnie (St. Lawrence)
10. Agamile Ivan (Uganda Martyrs)
11. Wanuume Gilbert (Kampala)
