This coming Saturday, 7th September 2024, the MTN Omondi stadium in Lugogo, Kampala city will be a bee-hive of exciting football activity, 5-aside, as the Standard Chartered Bank Cup takes center stage.
The field layout will have 4 mini pitches of 40 x 30 metres and these shall be named after the current Liverpool players; pitch 1 after Mohammed Salah, Pitch 2 under Alisson Baker, pitch 3 as Virgil van Dijk and pitch 4 for Trent Alexander Arnold.
Edgars Youth Programme Ronald Lwanga participated in the draw
Frank Munyaneza the Team Leader of the Stanchart team participates in the draw
Moses Magero Mwanje, the PRO KCCA FC participated in the draw
MC Ben Mwine and Joel Kivumbi of Edgars present the rules and regulations of the SC Cup tournament
Corporate Companies and organizations are expected to gather for a worthy-cause with the best team earning a slot to the home of Liverpool Football Club, Anifield.
Prior to the 7th edition, the draws were held at main head offices of Standard Chartered Bank in Kampala on Wednesday, 4th September 2024.
The current holders of the trophy, Steel & Tube Industries Limited were drawn in group E alongside Vivo Energy, Sheraton Hotel, Bare Foot Law and Save The Children International B.
Cynthia Mpanga the Corporate Affairs Manager, Stanchart participated in the draw
Cynthia Mpanga the Corporate Affairs Manager, Stanchart drew Steel & Tube Industries Limited
Format:
The 41 teams were grouped by the organizers in 8 groups with each group being made up of 5 to 6 teams for the group stages.
The group games will be played on a round robin basis (Group Stages, Round of 16, Quarter finals, semi-finals and the finals) and the top two in each group, will advance to the round of 16 and the winners will go on a knockout format advancing until the final.
This gala will last for a day with the duration of the game lasting for 10 minutes (5 minutes per half).
As Edgars Youth Programme, we are grateful to Standard Chartered Bank for entrusting us with handling the technical aspects of the SC Cup tournament since inception and are committed to ensuring it is flawless and fair. This year we have once again assembled a diligent, competent and dedicated technical team that will oversee the running of the tournament and ensure that set standards are perfectly met. The likes of Lwanga Ronald, Arthur Kyesimira, Kazora Emmanuel and Edwok Julius along with other dedicated team members of Edgars Youth Programme will ensure the successful progression of the tournament.
Joel Cornerious Kivumbi, the Edgars Youth Programme Public Relations Manager and Technical Committee Chairperson
John Mwesigye the SC Cup Steering Committee Chair with his remarks
We are extremely proud to have achieved the targeted 40 Corporate teams we called upon to participate in the 7th edition of the SC Cup and we look forward to a friendly, but exciting competition. We appeal to all participants to adhere to the tournament requirements which include, being over 18 years of age and an amateur. Only a professional player who has not played professional football in the last 3 years qualifies to take part in this tournament. Even though this a fun 10 minute, 5-aside tournament, it tends to be very competitive due to the grand prize, so participants are urged to prepare adequately. All logistics and security are in place and participants are welcome to invite their friends and families to attend.
John Mwesigye the Chief Operations Officer at Standard Chartered and Chairman Organizing committee
John Mwesigye the SC Cup Steering Committee Chair participated in the drawing of teams
All teams have been advised to adhere to the planned kick off time (8:05 am).
Action will be held until dawn when the winner will be announced.
What is at stake?
The winning team is assured of an all-expenses paid trip to the United Kingdom (UK).
The trip will include visit to the Liverpool Academy, meet up with a Liverpool FC legend, watch a live English Premier League Liverpool game at Anfield, a tour of Melwood, the Beatles story and as well as visit to the Liverpool Museum.
The winning team will also have a private tour of Liverpool Stadium not to mention a return air ticket to United Kingdom, with on-ground transfers, 3 nights’ accommodation, meals among other perks and treats.
L-R Moses Magero_Cynthia Mpanga_Shafik Ssenoga_John Mwesigye and Ben Mwine pose for a photo
Group Photo
John Mwesigye the SC Cup Steering Committee Chair addressing the well attended press conference
Corporate Team Representatives attend the press conference
Awards and accolades:
In addition, the 1st, 2nd and 3rd runners up will also receive trophies and medals.
The best player (MVP), most disciplined team, best goalkeeper and highest scorer will also be awarded.
All players must have proof of employment at that company and there is no accommodation for active players in all FUFA or FIFA competitions in the past five years.
Groups:
A: Nation Media A, MultiChoice Uganda Limited, ABC Children’s Aid Uganda, Nile Breweries A, Carrefour B
B: Roofings Rolling Mills Limited, Seroma Limited, Carrefour A, Nation Media B, True North Consult B
C: International Committee of Red Cross, Tororo Cement, Nakasero Hospital, Uganda Red Cross Society, Jubilee Allianz General Insurance
D: Sanlam General Insurance, Uganda Baati Limited, Jhpiego, Uganda Breweries Limited, MTN Mobile Money
E: Vivo Energy, Steel & Tube Industries Limited, Sheraton Hotel, Bare Foot Law, Save The Children International B
F: Bunyonyi Safaris Limited, Cheap General Hardware (Kasubi), Mengo Hospital, MTN Uganda, Research & Education Network For Uganda
G: CFAO Mobility Limited A, Cheap General Hardware (Nansana), The New Vision, True North Consult A, Roofings Limited
H: Quality Chemicals Industries Limited, Nile Breweries Limited B, Bukedde, JESA Farm Dairy, CFAO Mobility B, Save The Children International A
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