By: Kayiira Jackson
After losing by whisker in the 36th edition of the UMEA Solidarity Games held in Masaka, this time round, Green Light Islamic SS came with full force to shine brighter than before.
Even without their head coach, Wilberforce Muzahura who is on suspension from USSSA, Green Light were crowned the champions of the 2025 Edition following a 22-21 thrilling victory against resilient Hamdan Islamic SS.
The Mukono region based school, Hamdan won the first half however, Green Light bounced back stronger and won the highly contested match with a difference on one goal.
The crowd was electric, and the emotions on display were palpable.
Greenlight Islamic’s journey to the championship was impressive, having defeated Kaddugala Secondary School 22-11 in the semifinals.
They had also eliminated hosts Namagabi SS 23-17 in the quarterfinals and Masaka SS 28-14 in the round of 16.
Hamdan Islamic, on the other hand, made a remarkable run to their first-ever final, defeating Kibuli Secondary School 24-22 in the semifinals.
In the quarterfinals, they pulled off a stunning upset, beating defending champions Kawanda SS 26-23.
The 2025 UMEA Games Netball tournament, which featured 29 teams, commenced on April 17th at Namagabi Secondary School in Kayunga District and culminated in Greenlight Islamic’s championship win on April 21st
