By: Kayiira Jackson
The one of the most iconic rugby clubs in Uganda, KCB KOBS RFC successfully held its 2024 Annual General Meeting at Kati Kati Restaurant and Bar, Lugogo on Sunday 6, January, 2025.
The meeting which was presided over by Club Chairman Dr. Luggya Tonny Stone, provided a comprehensive review of the past season and laid out the club’s vision for the future ahead of the election year.
Despite having a big sponsor on board, KCB Bank, Kobs didn’t have a remarkable season and the chairperson revealed to this website that the clubs main objective starting this season is to revamp the vibe and glory of the club it had in early days.
“We as KCB KOBS have gone back to the drawing board, determined to end our drought of trophies since 2019. With new leadership from Head Coach Timothy Mudoola and Assistant Coach Keith Sseruyange, we aim to dominate both the games and the scoreboards this season.” Luggya stated.
He further encouraged fans to rally behind the team:
“We call upon all our fans to come enjoy poetry in motion, support the boys in every game and training session, and make every weekend a celebration.”
Rating their previous performance, KCB Kobs finished 4th in National 7s Series, had a victory in Mbarara 7s, and in Uganda Cup, the KCB sponsored side, were semifinalists following the notable group stage and quarter final performance.
Kobs secured a 4th-place finish in the league’s new format, winning 7 out of 11 games, before being eliminated in the semi-finals by Heathens RFC.
Though that performance wasn’t much impressing, with branding and visibility, KOBs looked a bit stronger basing on what the executive revealed to the members in the AGM, Kobs secured a two year sponsorship deal from KCB Bank Uganda worth 195 million
On top of that; the club also got UGX 50 million of which was allocated to kit procurement. This partnership was complemented by a deal with Guinness, which provided UGX 50 million in cash and UGX 40 million in kits.
The club also forged a partnership with NRG Radio, enhancing media visibility and maintaining an active social media presence on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook.
These efforts positioned KCB KOBS as the first rugby club in the region to secure two corporate sponsors, thanks to the diligent work of the Executive Committee (EXCOM).
Community Engagement
KCB KOBS demonstrated its commitment to giving back through impactful outreach programs:
– Supported the Naguru community with medical camps and family meal sponsorships.
– Conducted rugby clinics in schools like Namilyango, Buddo, and SMACK.
– Organized the “Prep & Play” holiday boot camp to inspire the next generation of rugby players.
