Netball Uganda has unveiled its final 14-woman She Cranes roster that will contest the 2025 Celtic Netball Cup in Glasgow. The tournament runs from 26–30 November at the Emirates Arena, and the squad was confirmed at a Friday afternoon announcement held at the Uganda Olympic Committee offices in Lugogo.
Team manager Alice Alwenyi revealed the list after rigorous selection from a 20-player training camp, trimming the group to a compact, battle-ready unit.
Netball Uganda president Jocelyn Ucanda, joined by vice-president (Technical) Richard Muhumuza, General Secretary Aminah Mande, Treasurer Yusuf Kamulegeya and the players’ representative praised the athletes for their commitment and preparations.
“The squad has shown excellent discipline and form,” Ucanda remarked, underlining the federation’s expectation that the side will represent the nation with pride and intensity in Scotland.
Newly appointed captain Racheal Nanyonga, one of Uganda’s most dependable shooters, said the team is mentally and physically prepared for the challenge.
Nanyonga highlighted the importance of the final residential camp in sharpening attacking and defensive partnerships ahead of competitive action.
Only one fresh face makes the cut: teenager Namukose Specioza earns a maiden national call-up after impressing in camp, a sign that Uganda is investing in youthful reinforcements to deepen squad options for the future.
Head coach Rashid Mubiru will travel with assistant coach Ruth Meeme to lead the technical preparations, while the team is scheduled to depart Kampala on 23 November aboard Qatar Airways.
Final 14 — She Cranes (Celtic Cup 2025)
Mary Nuba, Margaret Baagala, Racheal Nanyonga (Captain), Achola Lillian, Kadondi Faridah, Christine Nakitto, Akello Malisera, Fildauce Namulema, Shakirah Nassaka, Namukose Specioza, Lillian Ajio, Nassanga Shadia, Shaffie Nalwanja, Ayaa Gloria.
This edition of the Celtic Cup features six nations in a round-robin format. Uganda’s opponents are:
- Scotland (hosts — Scottish Thistles)
- Wales (defending champions — Welsh Feathers)
- Northern Ireland (NI Warriors)
- Zimbabwe (Gems)
- Namibia (Desert Jewels)
