MUBS team beams with joy after being crowned champions at the Kenya International Open Woodball Championship.
September 26, 2025-Makerere University Business School (MUBS) emerged victorious, clinching the championship title at the Kenya International Open Woodball Championship, held over the weekend in Nairobi. The tournament brought together top woodball teams from across the East African region, showcasing high levels of talent, discipline, and teamwork.
MUBS dominated the competition with outstanding performances in both the men’s and women’s categories, reinforcing its reputation as a regional powerhouse in woodball. The team’s consistent form and tactical excellence earned them the top trophy, drawing admiration from fans and fellow competitors alike. In another highlight of the event, Uganda’s Public Service team delivered a standout performance in the Women’s Corporate category, demonstrating fitness and determination to secure top honors. Their success reflects the growing depth and competitiveness of corporate woodball in Uganda.
Speaking after the event, officials from the Uganda Woodball Federation (UWBF) praised the teams for their exceptional performances and for proudly representing Uganda on international soil.
“This is a proud moment for Uganda,” said a federation representative. “MUBS continues to lead by example in nurturing sports talent, and the success of the Public Service women’s team shows how far we’ve come in promoting woodball across different sectors.”
The Kenya International Open is a key fixture on the Regional Woodball calendar, attracting participation from clubs, institutions, and corporate teams from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and beyond.
With this latest victory, MUBS reaffirms its dominance in the sport, while Uganda strengthens its leadership role in promoting woodball at all levels,from Universities to corporate circles.