Falcons set to defend crown

By Douglas Mazune ABE Linc International basketball champions Falcons are ready to take on any team in the opening game of their title defence at YMCA, Wandegeya, today. The draw of the tournament that will be played under floodlights will be conducted today when all foreign teams arrive. Defending champion Falcons and Mombasa Combined (women) are supposed to feature in the opening games of the tournament. Falcons’ manager John Ssimbwa said they are ready to take on any team. “We don’t mind who we play first. We are ready for any team that will come up against us,” Ssimbwa said. “We have been working hard and believe we can successfully defend the championship.” Ssimbwa will look to Justice Mwasakyeni, Andrew Tendo, Simon Ndaula, Bernard Mufutu, John Peter, Sam Muhaimana and the Malinga brothers, Alex and Eric among others, for success. The champions will not only have to contend with foreign teams from Tanzania, Kenya and DR Congo, but also an improved local opposition. Sadolin Power, Charging Rhino and league champions Sky Jammers are the local top contenders of the coveted title. Nsambya Sharing Youth Centre will host the junior event. BB soda, KKL, Club Pilsner, Rwenzori mineral water, Hillside High School, YMCA and Nsambya Sharing Youth Centre are co-sponsoring the event. ends