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Sky View Girls’ Schools Cricket Week 2025 – Match-Day One Report | Gulu – May 5, 2025
MATCH 1: Light SS vs St James SS – @Gulu High School Ground
Scores Summary
- St James SS: 17 all out in 15 overs | Light SS: 19/0 in 2.1 overs
- Light SS won by 10 wickets
Defending champions Light SS started their title defence in ruthless fashion with a dominant 10-wicket win over St James SS. Having been sent in to bat, St James SS collapsed for a paltry 17 runs in 15 overs — 14 of those coming from extras — after a disciplined bowling performance by Light.
The Light SS bowling unit was unrelenting. Sarah Tino led the attack with 3 wickets at an economy of 0.5, supported by Michelle Ariago and Sophia Bogere who picked two wickets apiece. Their attack featured 10 maiden overs, underlining their dominance. In reply, Light SS took just 2.1 overs to chase down the target without losing a wicket — an emphatic start for the reigning champions.
MATCH 2: Gayaza High School vs Mt. St Henry’s Mukono – @Layibi College Ground
Scores Summary
- Mt. St Henry’s: 97/4 in 20 overs | Gayaza High: 80/7 in 20 overs
- Result: Mt. St Henry’s Mukono won by 17 runs
Debutants Mt. St Henry’s Mukono stunned Gayaza High School with a composed performance that yielded a 17-run victory. Batting first, they posted a respectable 97/4 in 20 overs, with opener Shatra Agenrwot anchoring the innings with a patient 42 off 53 balls.
Gayaza’s chase faltered under pressure and poor communication, with four of their seven wickets being run-outs — a factor that turned the tide in Mt. St Henry’s favour. The newcomers walked away with their first-ever victory on the national stage.
MATCH 3: Masindi SS vs Olila High School – @Layibi College Ground 2
Scores Summary
- Olila High: 156 all out in 19.5 overs | Masindi SS: 66 all out in 17.1 overs
- Result: Olila High School won by 90 runs
Olila High School began their campaign with intent, thrashing Masindi SS by 90 runs. After being asked to bat first, Olila posted 156 in 19.5 overs with notable knocks from Malisa Ariokot (45) and Asumin Akurut (33). Despite a four-wicket haul from Gloria Abicier, Masindi failed to contain the flow of runs.
In response, Masindi’s batting collapsed to 66 all out in 17.1 overs, with their captain – Abicier – the only player to cross double digits. Olila’s Immaculate Nandera stole the show with a five-wicket haul.
MATCH 4: Gulu High School vs Sacred Heart SS – @Gulu Primary School
Scores Summary
- Sacred Heart SS: 166/6 in 20 overs | Gulu High: 62 all out in 16.5 overs
- Result: Sacred Heart SS won by 104 runs
In the biggest scoring match of the day, Sacred Heart SS dominated their Northern Region Hub rivals Gulu High with a 104-run win. Sacred Heart put up 166/6 in 20 overs, with four players— Noreen Hanif (31), Wonders Agenrwat (29), Genesis Lakereber (23), and Rita Amono (20)—all contributing brisk runs.
Although Comfort Amina claimed three wickets, the damage had already been done. Gulu High, in reply, folded for 62 in 16.5 overs. Lucky Ayoo’s 24 was the only resistance as Amono returned with 3 wickets to complete a solid all-round performance.
MATCH 5: Iganga SS vs Jinja SS – @Gulu Prison Ground
Scores Summary
- Jinja SS: 128/4 in 20 overs | Iganga SS: 37 all out in 14.5 overs
Result: Jinja SS won by 91 runs
In a Nile Region derby, Jinja SS turned on the style to beat Iganga SS by a comprehensive 91-run margin. Jinja’s top order put on a strong show with Hope Sheila Mbeiza (36) and Mary Namiiro (32) guiding them to 128/4. Iganga’s batting crumbled under scoreboard pressure and they were skittled for 37 runs in just 14.5 overs.
AFTERNOON SESSION
MATCH 6: St James SS vs Masaka SS – @ Gulu Prison Ground
Scores Summary
- St James SS: 63/9 in 20 overs | Masaka SS: 66/1 in 10.2 overs
- Result: Masaka SS won by 9 wickets
St James SS showed improvement in their second game of the day, scoring 63/9 in 20 overs with skipper Selina Oliba (14) leading the way. But Masaka SS’s bowlers, particularly Kevin Mukite (3 wickets), restricted them effectively.
Masaka’s response was calm and calculated. Openers Humairah Nakimbugwe (14), Florence Kaijuka (10), and Barbra Nanyanzi (20) made light work of the chase, sealing a 9-wicket win.
MATCH 7: Sacred Heart SS vs Masindi SS – @Layibi College Ground
Scores Summary
- Sacred Heart SS: 80/5 in 15 overs | Masindi SS: 47/5 in 15 overs
- Result: Sacred Heart SS won by 33 runs
Sacred Heart capped off a perfect day with their second win, overcoming Masindi SS by 33 runs. In a 15-over contest, Sacred Heart posted 80/5 with Beatrice Aiko (23) and Hellen Labong (16) anchoring the innings.
Masindi’s top order couldn’t get going and only managed 47/5 in 15 overs. They will take heart from Prisca Kyomugisha (3 wickets)’s strong showing with the ball.
MATCH 8: Nyakasura School vs Iganga SS – @Layibi College Ground 2
Score Summary
- Iganga SS: 140/4 in 20 overs | Nyakasura: 77 all out in 17.1 overs
Result: Iganga SS won by 63 runs
Iganga SS bounced back strongly in their second match with a 63-run win over Nyakasura. After being put in to bat, they posted 140/4 with fluent batting from Mariam Akullu (32), Faith Laruni (35), and Anna Kawomera (34).
Nyakasura’s response never gathered steam and they were bowled out for 77. Iganga skipper Lamara Prudence impressed with 3 wickets to seal the win.
MATCH 9: St John’s SS vs Good Heart SS – @Gulu High Ground
Score Summary
- St John’s SS: 147/3 in 20 overs | Good Heart SS: 39/6 in 9 overs (Target: 99 – DLS)
- Result: St John’s SS won by 59 runs (DLS method)
In a match affected by rain and decided via the DLS method, St John’s SS defeated Good Heart SS by 59 runs. St John’s posted 147/3 in 20 overs, thanks to a dazzling 44 from Mitchelle Lokwiva and 31 from Gilingish Shadia Nabulime.
With rain interrupting play, the target was revised to 99 runs in 9 overs for Good Heart, who only managed 39/6.
MATCH 10: Ndejje SS vs Mt Rwenzori SS – @Gulu Primary Ground
Score Summary
- Ndejje SS: 96/9 in 20 overs | Mt Rwenzori: Did not bat
- Match Abandoned – Rain
Ndejje SS had posted 96/9 in their allotted 20 overs, but a persistent drizzle during the innings break forced the match officials to abandon the second innings due to unplayable conditions and loss of time.
Group Standings – After Matchday 1
Group A
Light SS – 4️⃣ points (1 match)
Masaka SS – 4️⃣ points (1 match)
Jinja SS – 4️⃣ points (1 match)
Iganga SS – 4️⃣ points (2 matches)
Group B
Sacred Heart SS – 8️⃣ points (2 matches)
St John’s SS – 4️⃣ points (1 match)
Olila High School – 4️⃣ points (1 match)
Mt. St Henry’s Mukono – 4️⃣ points (1 match)
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