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2023 Women’s AfroBasket Championship: Top pictures from Gazelles training ahead of DR Congo game

Ian Asabo 18:51 - 31 July 2023

Evelyne Nakiyingi in training for the Gazelles ahead of tomorrow's game against DR Congo| courtesy photo

The Uganda Gazelles sent shockwaves around the continent when they defeated 11 times African champions Senegal, 85-83, on Saturday eventually securing a second place in Group C.

Jane Asinde has averaged 13 points and eight rebounds for the Gazelles in two games at the 2023 AfroBasket tournament/ Gazelles photo

Abby Priscilla (with ball) will hope to make a meaningful impact against DR Congo/ Gazelles picture

Janon Otto has been the most consistent player for the Gazelles averaging 20 points per game against Mali and Senegal/ Gazelles photo

Coach Nick Natuhereza putting the team through its paces at the BK Arena in Kigali at the AfroBasket tournament/ Gazelles photo

Gazelles captain, Flavia Oketcho takes part in the training as she hopes to lead her team to the quarterfinals of AfroBasket/ Gazelles photo