Uganda 7s have announced their squad for the upcoming Africa Men’s 7s tournament, set to take place at the Labourdonnais Stadium in Port-Louis, Mauritius, on June 29-30, 2024.
The squad features four changes from the team that participated in the Rugby Sevens Repechage. Returning to the squad are Aaron Ofoyrwoth, Desire Ayera, Isaac Massa, and Denis Etwau.
They replace William Nkore, Roy Kizito, Timothy Mugisha, and Allan Olango.
The retained players include Pius Ogena, skipper Ian Munyani, Philip Wokorach, Alex Aturinda, Adrian Kasito, Karim Arinaitwe, Nobert Okeny, and Timothy Kisiga.
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Uganda’s journey in the Sevens Repechage ended with their elimination by South Africa in Monaco, dashing their hopes for an Olympic berth.
However, earlier this year, Uganda triumphed in the All Africa Rugby 7s with a perfect win record, and they aim to bring this form into the upcoming competition.
The team is determined to reclaim the Africa Men’s 7s title, which they last won in 2022, and secure their place in the World Cup as African champions.
1. Pius Ogena 2. Isaac Massa 3. Ian Munyani (C) 4. Philip Wokorach 5. Alex Aturinda 6. Desire Ayera 7. Aron Ofoirwoth 8. Dennis Etwau 9. Adrian Kasito 10. Karim Arinaitwe 11. Nobert Okeny 12. Timothy Kisiga
Technical Team – Coach: Tolbert Onyango – Physio: Samuel Asiimwe – S&C Coach: Allan Otim – Team Manager: Michael Wandera
