NBL Round 29 (Regular Season): Derby game ends with Lady Jaguars' defeat of KIU Rangers

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The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kampala: Lady Jaguars (#1) and KIU Rangers (#8). KIU Rangers were crushed at home by 26 points 40-66 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Lady Jaguars forced 28 KIU Rangers turnovers. Forward Mercy Batamuliza orchestrated the victory with a triple-double by scoring 16 points and 17 rebounds. The former international forward Sarah Ageno (176-1996) contributed with 12 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 7 steals for the winners. The former international forward Sharon Nangobi (170-1996) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks for KIU Rangers. KIU Rangers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Lady Jaguars (20-2) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place. KIU Rangers lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. Lady Jaguars' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala Nabisunsa.
Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Kampala: Tomahawks (#7) and KCCA Leopards (#3). Tomahawks (10-10) won against visiting KCCA Leopards (14-4) 48-44. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of KCCA Leopards. Ruth Letaru (-1997) stepped up and scored 8 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and Maria Awidi chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. Margaret Bagaala responded with 7 points and 13 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Tomahawks. They maintain seventh place with 10-10 record. KCCA Leopards at the other side keep the third position with four games lost. Tomahawks' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala .
Another exciting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Kampala: Nabisunsa (#11) and Angels (#12). Angels were defeated at home 50-58 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Mpoza Abigail nailed 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side. Melissa Nantambi came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds for Angels in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nabisunsa maintains eleventh place with 4-16 record. Angels lost their tenth game in a row. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Nabisunsa's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kampala to the arena Lady Dolphins.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 29: She Crocs were beaten by Peal Queens on the road 48-41. Nabisunsa lost to Miracle on its own court 70-77. She Crocs unfortunately lost to Magic S. in Kampala 48-59.
The most impressive performance of 29th round was 14 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists by Daphine Adong of Magic S..

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Angels - Nabisunsa 50-58

Another exciting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Kampala: Nabisunsa (#11) and Angels (#12). Angels were defeated at home 50-58 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. Nabisunsa forced 20 Angels turnovers. Mpoza Abigail (-2007) nailed 16 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the winning side and Abifaith Musiimenta accounted for 11 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Melissa Nantambi came up with a double-double by scoring 14 points and 12 rebounds and forward Ritah Komugisa (-1982) added 2 points and 11 rebounds respectively for Angels in the defeat. Both coaches tested many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Nabisunsa maintains eleventh place with 4-16 record. Angels lost their tenth game in a row. They stay dead last with 20 lost games. Nabisunsa's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kampala to the arena Lady Dolphins.
Top scorers:
Nabisunsa: M.Abigail 16+7reb+4ast, A.Musiimenta 11+5reb+4ast, M.Kisakye 9+1reb+1ast, M.Erechu 9+3reb+2ast, M.Yikiru 9+8reb+2ast, A.Jesca 2+3reb+1ast
Angels: N.Melissa 14+12reb+1ast, N.Melissa 12+3reb, N.Annet 7+1reb, L.Martha 5+3reb+2ast, A.Marion 3+6reb+6ast, N.Joan 3+4reb+5ast

KIU Rangers - Lady Jaguars 40-66

The most exciting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kampala: Lady Jaguars (#1) and KIU Rangers (#8). KIU Rangers were crushed at home by 26 points 40-66 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Lady Jaguars forced 28 KIU Rangers turnovers. Forward Mercy Batamuliza orchestrated the victory with a triple-double by scoring 16 points and 17 rebounds. The former international forward Sarah Ageno (176-1996) contributed with 12 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists and 7 steals for the winners. Four Lady Jaguars players scored in double figures. The former international forward Sharon Nangobi (170-1996) answered with a double-double by scoring 11 points, 10 rebounds and 4 blocks and guard Ines Kanyamunza added 10 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for KIU Rangers. KIU Rangers' coach gave up on the game allowing to play eleven players seeing no chance for a win. Lady Jaguars (20-2) have an impressive series of eight victories in a row. They maintain first place. KIU Rangers lost third consecutive game. They keep the eighth position with 13 games lost. Lady Jaguars' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala Nabisunsa.
Top scorers:
Lady Jaguars: M.Batamuliza 16+17reb+2ast, P.Nambogo 15+1reb+4ast, S.Ageno 12+8reb+7ast, M.Nabbosa 12+3reb+2ast, S.Wangeshi 4+5reb, S.Nanvubya 3+2reb+4ast
KIU Rangers: N.Sharon 11+10reb+3ast, K.Ines 10+5reb+2ast, A.Cindealla 7+7reb+1ast, N.Sylivia 5+5reb+2ast, N.Stella 5+4reb+1ast, N.Racheal 2+2reb+1ast

Peal Queens - She Crocs 48-41

No shocking result in a game when sixth ranked Peal Queens (11-10) beat at home 9th ranked She Crocs (7-13) 48-41 on Wednesday. Peal Queens held She Crocs to an opponent 14.9 percent shooting from the field compared to 25.4 percent accuracy of the winners. Peal Queens forced 21 She Crocs turnovers. The former international Agatha Kamwada (170-2000) nailed 5 points and 8 rebounds for the winning side and Nigerian Iriele Jane Chisom (-2000) accounted for 6 points and 9 rebounds. Francine Tshimanga came up with a double-double by scoring 15 points, 16 rebounds and 4 blocks and forward Thelma Toskin (-2002) added 3 points and 10 rebounds respectively for She Crocs in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. Newly promoted Peal Queens maintains sixth place with 11-10 record. She Crocs at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keep the ninth position with 13 games lost. Peal Queens will meet higher ranked Lady Dolphins (#5) in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. She Crocs will play against KCCA Leopards (#3) and hope to secure a win.
Top scorers:
Peal Queens: D.Ballo 12+3reb+1ast, J.Nansikombi-Gunter 9+3reb, B.Okoth 7+8reb, J.Iriele 6+9reb+1ast, A.Kamwada 5+8reb+3ast, R.Nanyonga 4+7reb
She Crocs: T.Francine 15+16reb+1ast, N.Vanessa 6+3reb+4ast, N.Bisoboka 6+1reb+2ast, G.Grant 6+5reb+3ast, N.Shamila 3+7reb, T.Thelma 3+10reb+2ast

Tomahawks - KCCA Leopards 48-44

Another exciting game was again a derby between two teams from Kampala: Tomahawks (#7) and KCCA Leopards (#3). Tomahawks (10-10) won against visiting KCCA Leopards (14-4) 48-44. It ended at the same time the three-game winning streak of KCCA Leopards. Tomahawks held KCCA Leopards to an opponent 20.5 percent shooting from the field compared to 31.6 percent accuracy of the winners. Ruth Letaru (-1997) stepped up and scored 8 points and 8 rebounds for the winners and Maria Awidi chipped in 11 points and 7 rebounds. Margaret Bagaala responded with 7 points and 13 rebounds and the former international guard Tracy Namugosa (170-2000) scored 7 points and 8 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. The victory was the third consecutive win for Tomahawks. They maintain seventh place with 10-10 record. KCCA Leopards at the other side keep the third position with four games lost. Tomahawks' supporters look forward to another derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Kampala .
Top scorers:
Tomahawks: M.Awidi 11+7reb, S.Lunkuse 10+4reb+3ast, L.Aber 9+5reb, R.Letaru 8+8reb+3ast, P.Nakiru 4+1reb+1ast, D.Nakijjoba 3+10reb+2ast
KCCA Leopards: N.Tracy 7+8reb+3ast, B.Margaret 7+13reb+1ast, U.Ninette 7+7reb+2ast, A.Susan 5+5reb, L.Zainah 4+1reb+2ast, S.Martha 4+3reb

Nabisunsa - Miracle 70-77

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 11th ranked Nabisunsa's (4-16) home loss to tenth ranked Miracle (6-13) in Kampala 70-77 on Saturday. Miracle dominated down low during the game scoring 56 of its points in the paint compared to Nabisunsa's 28. They outrebounded Nabisunsa 56-43 including a 36-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Miracle looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists. Guard Akello Winnifred (-2001) nailed a double-double by scoring 29 points and 12 rebounds for the winning side and Koul Khor Lina accounted for 8 points and 18 rebounds. Mpoza Abigail (-2007) came up with 18 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists and Martha Yikiru added 16 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists respectively for Nabisunsa in the defeat. Four Nabisunsa players scored in double figures. Nabisunsa's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. The victory was the third consecutive win for Miracle. They maintain tenth place with 6-13 record. Loser Nabisunsa keeps the eleventh position with 16 games lost. 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 Canons.
Top scorers:
Miracle: A.Winnifred 29+12reb+3ast, C.Natako 14+3reb+4ast, I.Namugabo 9+5reb+2ast, V.Nakyazze 8+5reb+1ast, K.Lina 8+18reb+2ast, P.Anyine 4+3reb+6ast
Nabisunsa: A.Mpoza 18+6reb+6ast, Y.Martha 16+9reb+4ast, J.Auma 13+7reb+3ast, K.Melissa 12+1reb+3ast, M.Abifaith 5+7reb+5ast, J.Amella 4+6reb+1ast

Magic S. - She Crocs 59-48

Rather predictable result when fifth ranked Magic S. (12-9) won against 9th ranked She Crocs (7-13) in Kampala 59-48 on Saturday. Magic S. forced 25 She Crocs turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Forward Daphine Adong nailed a triple-double by scoring 14 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists for the winning side and Kur Ajah accounted for 13 points. Vanessa Nakalembe came up with 12 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals and Viola Nakazibwe added 8 points and 12 rebounds respectively for She Crocs in the defeat. Both coaches allowed to play bench players saving starting five for next games. The victory was the fourth consecutive win for Magic S.. They moved-up to fourth place. Newly promoted She Crocs keep the ninth position with 13 games lost. Magic S.'s supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Kampala to the arena KIU Rangers.
Top scorers:
Magic S.: D.Adong 14+10reb+10ast, K.Ajah 13+3reb+2ast, S.Eben 12+2reb+2ast, G.Namuli 7+8reb+1ast, J.Mupalia 4+7reb+1ast, O.Sekuye 4+6reb
She Crocs: K.Falidah 12+1reb+2ast, N.Vanessa 12+9reb+6ast, N.Viola 8+12reb, T.Francine 7+8reb+1ast, G.Grant 4+1reb+2ast, T.Thelma 4+3reb