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Mahatlane's contract non-renewal, announced by UCA this week, has been a topic of discussion within the cricket community, with various speculations circulating.
As the tenure of Laurence Mahatlane, the head coach of the Cricket Cranes, draws to a close, the Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) has taken proactive steps to secure an interim coach for the national team.
Mahatlane's contract non-renewal, announced by UCA this week, has been a topic of discussion within the cricket community, with various speculations circulating.
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20:15 - 16.09.2023
CRICKET Uganda Cricket Association board chairman resigns
Pulse Sports also understands that UCA board member Alvin Mboijana and the association accountant have resigned.
UCA has officially named assistant coach Jackson Ogwang as the interim head coach for the Cricket Cranes, just in time for the World Cup qualifiers in Namibia.
Denis Musali, the UCA media manager, confirmed this development to Pulse Sports: "Jackson Ogwang has served as the assistant coach for the past six years.”
13:57 - 16.09.2023
CRICKET CEO Allan Mugume resigns as UCA moves to replace Mahatlane
Mugume, who took over the reins from former Cricket Cranes player Martin Ondeku in July 2022, resigned from his position for personal reasons, Pulse Sports can confirm.
“Initially under Steve Tikolo and subsequently under Mahatlane. He deeply understands the team and its players.”
He added: "Working alongside Mahatlane over the last three years, they have diligently prepared the team for this critical moment.”
“Together with the senior players on the team, they should be well-equipped to accomplish the task at hand."
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12:48 - 17.09.2023
CRICKET OPINION: How did the Uganda Cricket Association get here?
The Uganda Cricket Association is currently enduring one of its most arduous periods, as several key personnel have abruptly resigned from their prominent positions within the past 72 hours.
Following their recent participation in the East Africa T20 Cup in Kigali, Rwanda, the Cricket Cranes have resumed training at the Lugogo Cricket Oval, intensifying their preparations for the upcoming qualifiers.
Uganda is set to compete in the T20 World Cup qualifiers, scheduled between November 20th and December 2nd in Namibia.
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The competition will feature Namibia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Nigeria teams.
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