Sunday, July 28Semis:*Massape Vs Bassunzi*Bifa Vs Accumulators
Final – 4pm
All you need to know ahead of Budo league finale
The Budo League Season 7, an alumni league for former students of King’s College Budo, is set for a thrilling climax this Sunday at the Legends Rugby Ground.
Sponsored by Guinness, the highly anticipated event will feature four teams battling for the championship title.
The top team from the regular season, Massape (Class of 2004), will face Bassunzi (Class of 2009), while Bifa (Class of 2016) takes on Accumulators (Class of 2003) in the semifinals.
The winners of these matches will compete in the final showdown.
Aaron Akampa, President of The Budo League, remarked on the intensity of this season, noting, “This has been a really competitive season with the top 7 teams separated by 7 points and Massape emerging as regular season winners.”
Aaron Akampa (right) Budo League president
He added, “Fortunately, the drama goes to the Grand Finale with the main cup playoffs played between the top 4 where the TBL Season 7 champions will be crowned.”
Teams finishing 5th to 8th will compete for the George Semivule Cup, the second-tier prize.
Akampa emphasized the diverse attractions of the event, stating, “The TBL Grand Finale this Sunday has something for everyone. The football will be amazing, Fik Fameika and Kohen Jaycee will be performing, and Fem DJ will be entertaining us on the day. There will be games, family activities, and plenty of fun. A special thank you to Guinness for making it all possible.”
Patience Aguti, Project Manager at Uganda Breweries Limited, highlighted Guinness’s commitment to the league, saying, “Our commitment to the Budo League goes beyond just this season. Guinness is dedicated to supporting this league for the long term, nurturing local sports, and growing a stronger community.”
Yodith Angsom, General Manager at Legends, also welcomed everyone to the venue, highlighting their long-standing partnership with The Budo League. “We are proud to be associated with The Budo League for the last five years and look forward to hosting this spectacular event on Sunday.”
An exhibition game will also take place between a select Budo League team and the Vikings from the SMACK League.
Reflecting on the season, Akampa noted, “We have surpassed our expectations, created many job opportunities, and elevated our CSR initiatives.”
Adding to the excitement, attendees will have the chance to register for the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon, set for August 24th.
