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Uganda's volleyball team leaves for Olympic qualifier in Cameroon

Xinhua, February 11, 2016 Adjust font size:

The Ugandan women's volleyball team has left for Yaounde, Cameroon to take part in the 2016 Olympic Games qualifier for the African continent.

"Finally we are happy that the team will be in Cameroon to battle for a place at the Olympics," Zaid Sadik Nasiwu, Chairman of the Uganda Volleyball Federation told Xinhua on Thursday.

The event will run from Feb. 12-19.

"Our chances of qualifying for Olympics are slim because we are facing well prepared teams," Team captain Milly Laker told Xinhua.

Head coach Tony Lakony said he is aware the event will be very competitive, but added that the team will play their hearts out.

The squad includes, Milly Laker (Captain), Eunice Nuwabigaba, Joan Nabbuto, Zaina Kagoya, Saidat Nungi, Peace Busingye, Margaret Namyalo, Belinda Jepkirui, Irene Amoding and Flavia Nandawula. Enditem