The stage is set for the biggest showdown in Ugandan school football as the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) Boys National Football Championship kicks off on 5th May 2025 in Ngora High School. This year’s tournament features 64 elite schools divided into 16 groups all battling for the coveted national title. Defending champions St. Julian High School will face fierce competition from rising stars, debutants, and regional powerhouses—but only one team will emerge as champion. Last year St Julian beat Amus College 3-0 in the final held at Masaka SS in Masaka City on Sunday 5 July 2024.
Tournament Overview: 64 Teams, 16 Groups, High Stakes
The USSSA 2025 National Football Championship is structured into 16 groups of four teams each, with the top finishers advancing to the knockout stages. The tournament runs from 5th to 15th May 2025, culminating in a grand finale at Ngora High School.
Key Storylines to Watch in USSSA Uganda School Football Championship
Can St. Julian Defend Their Title?
The defending champions, St. Julian High School, are back and determined to retain their crown. However, with stiff competition from last year’s runners-up and emerging teams, their journey won’t be easy.
Debutants Rubongi Army SS (Tororo District)
Rubongi Army Secondary School makes its first-ever appearance in the national championship, representing Tororo District. Will they make an impact or bow out early? They are from Bukedi Region which has Busia SS also representing the region.
Hosts Ngora High School & Crowd Expectations
After last year’s electrifying atmosphere in Masaka, all eyes are on Ngora High School to deliver an equally thrilling fan experience.
FEASSA & Elite Games Powerhouses Collide
Heavyweights like Amus College (FEASSA Champions) and Jinja Progressive Academy (JIPRA, Elite Schools champions) will add extra fire to the competition.
Official Draw Ceremony: FUFA CEO Edgar Watson Suubi Graced the Event
The USSSA National Football Championship draw were conducted on Friday, 2nd May 2025, at the USSSA Offices, GNS Plaza, Kampala, starting at 10 AM.
Edgar Watson Suubi, CEO of FUFA, was the Chief Guest, emphasizing the tournament’s importance in nurturing future stars.
“As FUFA, we don’t take these competitions for granted. They have produced superstars like Mustapha Kiiza and Sandra Nabweteme—legends of both school and Ugandan football.” — Edgar Watson, FUFA CEO
Group Stage Preview: Key Battles & Dark Horses
While the full group breakdown is available on the USSSA website, here are some standout groups and teams to watch:
Group A: St. Julian’s First Test
St. Julian High School (Defending Champions)
Lakeside Secondary School (Jinja powerhouse)
Garama SS (Rwenzori contenders)
Labira Girls SS (Teso’s surprise package)
Group F: Kawempe Muslim’s Dominance Challenged
Kawempe Muslim SS (Historical giants)
St. Kagwa Bushenyi (Ankole’s finest)
Lira Town College (Lango’s rising stars)
Panyadoli SS (Acholi underdogs)
Group I: St. Mary’s Kitende – The Favorites
St. Mary’s Kitende (Uganda’s most successful school team)
Bugisu High (Mbale’s tactical masters)
Notre Dame High (Masaka’s dark horse)
Ssaku SS (Luwero’s fighters)
Group P: Amus College’s Road to Redemption
Amus College (FEASSA Champions)
Luweero SS (Central region contenders)
Masindi SS (Bunyoro’s disciplined side)
Buziga Islamic (Kampala’s rising talent)
Road to the USSSA Uganda School Football Championship: Key Dates
2nd April 2025: Official Draw Ceremony (USSSA Offices, Kampala)
5th – 15th May 2025: National Championship (Ngora High School)
Final Thoughts: Who Will Lift the Trophy?
With 64 teams battling across 16 groups, the USSSA 2025 National Football Championship promises drama, upsets, and unforgettable moments. Will St. Julian defend their title? Can Ngora High replicate Masaka’s electric atmosphere? Or will a dark horse like Rubongi Army SS shock the nation?
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