National league takes a mid-season break
The league, which started on 6th April 2019 attracted 9 men and 9 women teams. This was an increase from the previous season that had only 7 men’s teams and 6 for women. Nkumba (W), Police (M&W), Kyambogo University(M), and Kawanda Secondary School(W) are the new teams for the 2019 season.
The appointment of a league manager (GOWE Services) at the beginning of 2019 has seen a lot of improvement in the image and conduct of the Handball League, with the enforcement of regulations, team appearance and time management. These, coupled with an e-management portal for player registration, results management and statistics has improved information access and sharing.
Tracking and displaying of player statistics has been a key addition that is helping both clubs and national team managers to appreciate and make informed decisions regarding player and team improvement. The league has experienced an increase in followers due to its focus on the digital generation.
The following mid-season activities listed below, including transfers, trainings and others shall take place as indicated;
1. Referees’ & Coaches’ Training - July and August 2019
2. Player release and transfer - 7th July – 16th August 2019
3. Release of final fixtures and Press Briefing - 1st August 2019 - Thursday
4. Deadline for final player & Club documentation - 16th August 2019 - Saturday
5. Pre-Season Press Briefing - 29th August 2019 - Thursday
6. 2nd round throw off - 31st August 2019 - Saturday
7. Final Match day and award of trophy - 2nd / 16th November 2019 - Saturday
8. National Handball Awards 2019 and Launch of 2020 timeline - 7th December 2019 - Saturday
The league is managed by GOWE Services on behalf of Uganda Handball Federation. Visit www.hanball.league256.com for more details, social media handles @league256 or by mail on goweservices@gmail.com
