Lira, Uganda – Lango College and Comboni College are at risk of a six-year ban from all Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA) activities if they fail to address ongoing issues of indiscipline.
This warning was issued by Geoffrey Odur, the USSSA Chairperson for Lira City, during the pre-tournament briefing at Ambalal Primary School ahead of the Lira City USSSA Post-Primary Football Competition set to begin on Friday, March 14, 2025.
Odur highlighted last year’s incidents, where Lango College students allegedly vandalized property at Erute Primary School, including goalposts and latrine shutters.
Comboni College students were also accused of ambushing and robbing passersby near Okole swamp after being eliminated from the competition.
“This is the final warning. If such behavior happens again, both schools will face a six-year suspension from all USSSA events,” Odur warned.
USSSA Lango Zone Chairperson David Ogwal added that Lira City’s hosting rights for the zonal football competition depend on maintaining discipline during the upcoming games.
He warned that other districts are prepared to take over if further chaos occurs.
Lira City Sports Officer Dan Fred Ogole urged both players and coaches to maintain discipline and protect the spirit of the game.
Lira City Education Officer Andrew Ogwang Oyang also pledged continued support for schools representing the city but stressed that only disciplined institutions would receive assistance.
The Lira City USSSA Post-Primary Football Competition is set to begin on Friday, March 14, 2025, drawing attention to Lango College and Comboni College.
Any further misconduct from these schools could result in a six-year suspension from all USSSA activities, jeopardizing their future in school sports.
Original story: Q FM
