Thunderbolt Sports Academy Kira continued to build its basketball programme with a mixed outing against Dreamwork Basketball Academy at Olive School Namugongo on Saturday, 24 October 2026. Our girls’ team claimed a 19–14 victory, while the boys lost 24–14, giving the academy one win and one defeat from the two matches. Beyond the results, the fixtures provided further opportunities for our young players to gain competitive experience, apply their training and identify areas for improvement.
The girls’ victory was an encouraging outcome for the team, which finished five points ahead of Dreamwork Basketball Academy. Scoring 19 points against their opponents’ 14, the players had another opportunity to put their developing skills into practice. Such encounters are valuable in building confidence and helping young athletes become more accustomed to the demands of competitive basketball.
The boys, meanwhile, scored 14 points as Dreamwork Basketball Academy finished with 24. Although the result went against our team, the match offered important lessons to carry into future fixtures. Competing against other academies allows players to assess their progress, recognise areas that need attention and gain a better understanding of what is required to improve.
These matches are part of a broader journey for basketball at Thunderbolt Sports Academy Kira, where the sport is in its first year within the academy’s programme. The journey gained momentum following the launch of a state-of-the-art basketball court at Sir Apollo Kaggwa Primary School Kira on Friday, 27 February 2026. The facility has provided a dedicated space for nurturing young talent and supporting the development of the game within the school community.
The court’s launch was marked by a colourful ceremony attended by members of the school community and prominent figures from Ugandan basketball. Beyond providing a place to play, the facility represented an important investment in grassroots sport and created more opportunities for children to learn, train and develop their basketball abilities.
However, facilities alone cannot develop talent. Sustained progress requires structured training, quality coaching and regular opportunities to compete. We recognise that young athletes learn not only from victories but also from defeats, with each match offering lessons that can shape their future development. The encounters against Dreamwork Basketball Academy therefore formed another valuable part of our efforts to build a strong foundation for basketball at the academy.
While the girls had a victory to celebrate, the boys gained experience that can help them prepare for their next challenge. Both teams benefited from competing against another academy, reinforcing the importance of regular fixtures in developing skills, confidence and a deeper understanding of the game. The contrasting results also highlighted the fact that player development is a continuous process that demands patience, commitment and a willingness to learn.
As Thunderbolt Sports Academy Kira continues to strengthen its basketball programme, our focus remains on creating meaningful opportunities for the children to learn, compete and improve. With consistent training and continued exposure to competitive basketball, we aim to nurture their abilities and support their growth both on and off the court.
The outing at Olive School Namugongo ended with one win and one defeat, but the wider purpose remained the same: helping our young athletes progress. Every fixture adds to their experience, every result provides something to learn from, and every opportunity to compete brings them another step forward in their basketball journey.
Summary of Results
- Girls: Thunderbolt Sports Academy Kira 19–14 Dreamwork Basketball Academy (Win)
- Boys: Thunderbolt Sports Academy Kira 14–24 Dreamwork Basketball Academy (Loss)
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