GULU-UGANDA : Nyero Foundation has partnered with Gulu East Constituency Football Team to strengthen the team’s preparations ahead of the forthcoming Kwot Ker tournament
The partnership will see Nyero Foundation provide refreshments, playing jerseys and meals for the team on match days, a contribution expected to boost the players’ morale and improve their welfare throughout the competition.
Gulu East Football Team Manager, Walter Achellam, has applauded Nyero Foundation for the support, noting that the partnership will strengthen the team’s capacity and preparedness ahead of the tournament.
Team captain, Ocakacon Brian, said the Kwot Ker Cup presents an important opportunity to unite people from different walks of life while providing a platform for talented footballers to showcase their abilities to scouts at local, national and international levels.
The community in Gulu East Constituency has also welcomed the partnership, calling on other organisations, individuals and well-wishers to emulate Nyero Foundation by supporting the team. They expressed gratitude to the foundation for its commitment to promoting sports and community development.
Meanwhile, Ivan Oyo, Programmes Manager at Nyero Foundation, has appealed to other partners, stakeholders and well-wishers to join hands in supporting the team and contributing to the success of the tournament.
Ahead of the competition, Gulu East Constituency Football Team has played three friendly matches as part of its preparations. The team drew 0-0 against Gulu West Constituency before securing a 2-1 victory over Lwani Soccer Club. Their third friendly match was played last weekend against Aswa County Gulu District. and Gulu East Constituency team secured 2-1 victory.
The Kwot Ker Cup tournament is expected to bring together 16 counties in a competition aimed at promoting football, unity and talent development.
The official kick-off date for the tournament is yet to be announced by the organisers, with participating teams continuing to prepare ahead of the much-anticipated competition.
