NBL Round 2 opens with KCCA Leopards vs JKL showdown

NBL Women’s Second Round Fixtures

Friday, May 30(Lugogo Indoor Arena)

Lady Dolphins v KCCA Leopards 7pm

The second round of the National Basketball League (NBL) tips off on Friday, May 30, with a marquee women’s matchup at Lugogo Indoor Arena featuring league leaders KCCA Leopards and reigning champions JKL Lady Dolphins.

This is more than just a regular-season game—it’s a pivotal showdown that could reshape the Women’s Division standings as teams gear up for the 2025 playoff push.

KCCA Leopards finished the first round at the summit with an impressive 9–1 record, totaling 19 points. JKL Lady Dolphins, currently in third place with an 8–2 record (18 points), could leapfrog KCCA and seize the top spot with a win.

When the two sides last met on May 17, the Leopards triumphed 75–67 in a high-intensity clash. JKL started strong, leading 18–14 after the first quarter and holding a narrow 35–33 advantage at halftime. However, the third quarter proved decisive—JKL committed 8 turnovers, which KCCA converted into 12 points, swinging momentum in their favor. The Leopards outscored the Dolphins 25–17 in that frame and never looked back.

Tracy Namugosa was the standout performer for KCCA, posting 29 points, 8 steals, 2 rebounds, and an assist. She was ably supported by Perus Nyamwenge (14 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists) and Uwineza Ninette (6 points, 6 assists, 6 steals, 4 rebounds).

For JKL to bounce back, their key players will need to deliver. Hope Akello led her team with 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 steals in the previous encounter, while Tamasha Nsubuga (14 points, 5 rebounds) and Evelyne Nakiyinji (10 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists) also made valuable contributions.

With playoff implications and bragging rights at stake, this clash promises high stakes and top-tier basketball action.