Victoria Pearls Seek World Cup Spot At The Global Qualifiers

Press Release: 

The Victoria Pearls will make their second appearance at the T20 Women’s Global Qualifiers in Abu Dhabi from April 25^th - 2^nd May. Uganda’s maiden appearance at the T20 Women’s Global Qualifiers was in Netherlands in 2018.

The squad of 15 players will be led by Janet Mbabazi and she will be assisted by Rita Musamali. The technical team is led by Lawrence Ssematimba who is assisted by Deus Muhumuza with Richard Okia added as a Team Analyst.

 

“The Victoria Pearls are ready to showcase their talent and determination on the global stage in Abu Dhabi, we have worked on the grey areas from the African Games and we should make Ugandans proud at the Global Qualifiers - Deus Muhumuza Assistant Coach Victoria Pearls”

Uganda is in Group A alongside Scotland, Sri Lanka, Thailand and USA. Sri Lanka at 7^th in the world are the highest ranked team in the tournament, Thailand is 12^th in the World, Scotland 14^th in the World with the USA ranked 20^th in the World and Uganda ranked 18^th in the World.

The top two sides in each group with qualify for the semifinals with the two sides that reach the final earning a spot at the 2024 T20 Women’s World Cup in Bangladesh later this year. Uganda played against Scotland and Thailand in the Netherlands but will be meeting USA and Sri Lanka for the 1^st time.

Uganda will play two warm up game against UAE on 21^st and Vanuatu on 23^rd before taking on Scotland in their opening group game. Uganda will then face USA and Thailand before finishing their group games against Sri Lanka. Scotland and Thailand will be night matches, a 1^st time experience for the Victoria Pearls.

The Full Team: Janet Mbabazi (Captain), Rita Musamali (Vice Captain), Consy Aweko, Kevin Awino, Stephanie Nampiina, Immaculate Nakisuyi, Evelyn Anyipo, Sarah Akiteng, Phionah Khulume, Proscovia Alako, Gloria Obukor, Esther Iloku, Lorna Anyait, Malissa Ariokot, Sarah Walaza.

Officials: Lawrence Ssematimba (Head Coach), Deus Muhumuza (Assistant Coach), Tugume Imam (Physiotherapist), Sachin Jagapta (S&C), Richard Okia (Analyst), Edgar Kazibwe (Psychologist), Denis Musali (Media Manager), Mary Nankinga (Team Manager), Rita Tinka (Head of Delegation).

The hashtag for the team is #LetsGoVictoriaPearls

For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Denis Musali on +256782837630.