Uganda basketball league reconnects former players
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In Uganda, basketball veterans are preparing to compete in the LEGACY Basketball League 2026, a minileague scheduled from November 13 to December 12.
The league aims to encourage continued participation in the sport, promote fitness and wellbeing, and strengthen the community among former players. Teams like Lugogo Wazee and Entebbe Riders Vets will participate, bringing together athletes who previously played for clubs like Harp Hamilton. Tournament director Chris Kyembabe explained that the league intends to offer more than just competition.
Organisers hope to support the mental health of veterans through physical activity and social connection, while also providing opportunities for mentorship between older and younger players. The competition will be divided into two conferences, with the top teams from each advancing to a playoff stage. Each team can register 20 players, with eligibility requirements set at 35 years old for men and 33 for women, with provisions for including some players aged 28 and above.
Organisers are planning additional activities beyond basketball, including financial literacy workshops and programmes to connect veterans with younger generations, and they aim to extend the league’s duration in 2027. They are currently finalizing partnerships with companies like Cornerstone Asset Managers and receiving technical support from the Federation of Uganda Basketball Associations.
