NBL Round 22 (Regular Season): KCCA Leopards beat Magic S. in a derby game

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The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kampala: KCCA Leopards (#3) and Magic S. (#6). Magic S. was defeated at home 60-65 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Magic S.. KCCA Leopards forced 19 Magic S. turnovers and outrebounded them 47-36 including a 37-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. KCCA Leopards looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international guard Tracy Namugosa (170-2000) fired 28 points and 5 assists for the winners. Margaret Bagaala chipped in 12 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Forward Daphine Adong produced 16 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals for lost side. KCCA Leopards (11-3) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain third position having just three points less than leader Lady Jaguars. Magic S. at the other side keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Tomahawks. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Kampala: Lady Jaguars (#1) and KCCA Leopards (#3). KCCA Leopards were defeated at home 47-61 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of KCCA Leopards. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Sarah Ageno (176-1996) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds. Priscillar Nambogo contributed with 14 points for the winners. The former international guard Tracy Namugosa (170-2000) replied with 10 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals for KCCA Leopards. Lady Jaguars maintains first position with 13-2 record. KCCA Leopards at the other side keep the third place with three games lost. Lady Jaguars' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kampala to the arena Miracle.
The game with biggest result difference took place in Kampala. Local Angels (2-13) were outscored by ninth ranked She Crocs (5-9) 69-44 on Wednesday night. Mary Hezal Ssengendo scored 14 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners. At the losing side Rebecca Namatovu responded with 9 points and 13 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted She Crocs maintains ninth position with 5-9 record. Angels lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 13 games lost. She Crocs will meet at home higher ranked KIU Rangers (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Angels' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala Lady Dolphins.

In the last game of round 22 Miracle was defeated by Peal Queens in a road game 50-38.

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Peal Queens - Miracle 50-38

There was no surprise when 10th ranked Miracle (3-11) was defeated on the road by fifth ranked Peal Queens (8-7) 50-38 on Wednesday. Peal Queens forced 28 Miracle turnovers. Nigerian Iriele Jane Chisom (-2000) had a double-double by scoring 10 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Rose Adhiambo chipped in 9 points and 6 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side Caroline Natako responded with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists and guard Akello Winnifred (-2001) produced a double-double by scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Newly promoted Peal Queens maintains fifth position with 8-7 record. Miracle lost fourth consecutive game. They keep the tenth place with 11 games lost. Peal Queens will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Miracle's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala Lady Jaguars.
Top scorers:
Miracle: N.Caroline 12+6reb+5ast, W.Akello 10+11reb+1ast, L.Koul Khor 5+14reb, N.Vanessa 4+7reb+1ast, P.Yaweh 3, N.Isabella 2+6reb+1ast
Peal Queens: D.Ballo 11+3reb+1ast, J.Iriele 10+13reb+4ast, R.Adhiambo 9+6reb+1ast, S.Akello 8+4reb+1ast, R.Nanyonga 6+3reb+2ast, F.Namulema 6+5reb+5ast

Magic S. - KCCA Leopards 60-65

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kampala: KCCA Leopards (#3) and Magic S. (#6). Magic S. was defeated at home 60-65 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Magic S.. KCCA Leopards forced 19 Magic S. turnovers and outrebounded them 47-36 including a 37-22 advantage in defensive rebounds. KCCA Leopards looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. The former international guard Tracy Namugosa (170-2000) fired 28 points and 5 assists for the winners. Margaret Bagaala chipped in a double-double by scoring 12 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Forward Daphine Adong produced 16 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals and Kur Ajah added 7 points and 13 rebounds respectively for lost side. KCCA Leopards (11-3) have an impressive eight-game winning streak. They maintain third position having just three points less than leader Lady Jaguars. Magic S. at the other side keeps the sixth place with eight games lost. They share the position with Tomahawks. Both teams do not play next round, which will be an opportunity for some rest.
Top scorers:
Magic S.: A.Daphine 16+8reb+6ast, M.Joy 13+4reb, G.Babra 10+3reb, J.Namugala 9+1reb+4ast, A.Kur 7+13reb, L.Charity 3+1reb+2ast
KCCA Leopards: T.Namugosa 28+1reb+5ast, S.Mwenyango 13+5reb, M.Bagaala 12+12reb+7ast, A.Kabendela 4+8reb+3ast, L.Cherotich 3+3reb, S.Nakirya 2+1reb+2ast

Angels - She Crocs 44-69

The game with biggest result difference took place in Kampala. Local Angels (2-13) were outscored by ninth ranked She Crocs (5-9) 69-44 on Wednesday night. She Crocs forced 39 Angels turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Angels' players. Mary Hezal Ssengendo scored 14 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the charge for the winners and guard Grant Generous chipped in 10 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. At the losing side Rebecca Namatovu responded with 9 points and 13 rebounds and Marion Anyanzwa scored 12 points and 9 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted She Crocs maintains ninth position with 5-9 record. Angels lost third consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 13 games lost. She Crocs will meet at home higher ranked KIU Rangers (#8) in the next round and it may be quite challenging game. Angels' supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala Lady Dolphins.
Top scorers:
Angels: A.Marion 12+9reb+3ast, N.Joan 9+5reb+2ast, N.Rebecca 9+13reb+2ast, N.Belindah 4+2reb, L.Martha 4+1reb+1ast, M.Grace 4+1reb
She Crocs: M.Ssengendo 14+6reb+6ast, G.Generous 10+8reb+4ast, L.Awori 10+1reb+1ast, B.Naluyima 9+3reb+2ast, V.Nakalembe 7+5reb+2ast, T.Toskin 6+5reb+1ast

KCCA Leopards - Lady Jaguars 47-61

Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Kampala: Lady Jaguars (#1) and KCCA Leopards (#3). KCCA Leopards were defeated at home 47-61 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. It ended at the same time the eight-game winning streak of KCCA Leopards. Worth to mention a great performance of the former international forward Sarah Ageno (176-1996) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 10 points and 13 rebounds. Guard Priscillar Nambogo (-2005) contributed with 14 points for the winners. The former international guard Tracy Namugosa (170-2000) replied with 10 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists and 5 steals and Margaret Bagaala added 6 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists in the effort for KCCA Leopards. Lady Jaguars maintains first position with 13-2 record. KCCA Leopards at the other side keep the third place with three games lost. Lady Jaguars' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kampala to the arena Miracle.
Top scorers:
KCCA Leopards: N.Tracy 10+6reb+4ast, A.Susan 10+3reb, K.Asinah 6+3reb+1ast, B.Margaret 6+8reb+4ast, U.Ninette 5+8reb+3ast, C.Lillian 4+5reb+2ast
Lady Jaguars: P.Nambogo 14+4reb+3ast, M.Nabbosa 13+3reb+5ast, S.Ageno 10+13reb+3ast, S.Nanvubya 9+5reb+6ast, S.Wangeshi 7+2reb+1ast, A.Nabayunga 6+8reb