Innocent Gwokto, the Heathens centre, was awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) at the Kyadondo Rugby Club Dinner Awards held at Kyadondo Club.
The event celebrated the standout performances of players throughout the season.
Heathens award winners
Joseph Oyet was named the Best Back, while former Uganda 7s captain Michael Wokorach received the Top Try Scorer award. Ivan Odoch Morgan was recognized as the Best Defensive Player.
In the Heathens category, Gwokto not only clinched the MVP title but was also awarded the Best Back. Odoch Morgan was named the Best Forward, and Daniel Okello Malcolm was the Top Points Scorer.
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These accolades followed the Heathens’ thrilling 15-13 victory over the Pirates in the finale of the Uganda Rugby Championship. The match began with the Black Pirates taking an early lead through a penalty. However, the Heathens responded with two tries, giving them a 7-3 lead.
Before halftime, Michael Wokorach assisted Joaquim in scoring a try on the openside, extending the Heathens’ lead to 12-3 at the break. In the second half, Daniel Okello added to the Heathens’ tally with a successful penalty, bringing the score to 15-3.
The Black Pirates mounted a comeback, scoring two quick tries through Roy Kizito and Jeremia Okello, closing the gap to 15-13. Despite this late surge, the Heathens held on to their lead, securing the championship title for the 17th time in the country’s history.
