17-year-old Jabeth Elly Ojilong, a form five student at Amus College, has made history by becoming the only Ugandan referee selected for the CAF Pan African Schools Football Championship.
This prestigious tournament will take place in Zanzibar from May 21st to 24th, featuring two Ugandan schools, St. Mary’s Kitende and Kawempe Muslim Secondary School.
Facts about Jabeth Elly Ojilong:
- Name: Jabeth Elly Ojilong
- Age: 17
- Parents: Amoding Caroline (Mother) and Ojilong Samuel (Father)
- School: Amus College
- First international championship: CAF Pan African Schools Football Championship qualifiers 2022, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
- Uganda Premier League game covered: Express Vs SC Villa (Second Assistant Referee)
- Role Model: Mike Dean
- Dream: To officiate at the World Cup
Jabeth Elly Ojilong’s selection for the CAF Pan African Schools Football Championship is a proud moment for Uganda and a testament to the country’s growing talent in football refereeing. We wish him the best of luck in this championship and in his future endeavors.
Ojilong’s journey to this point has been marked by hard work and dedication. He has been actively involved in refereeing since his early teenage years and has quickly risen through the ranks, earning his FUFA badge at the national level. His experience in officiating Uganda Premier League games has prepared him well for this international assignment.
The CAF Pan African Schools Football Championship is a premier youth football competition that brings together the best teams from across Africa. The tournament provides a platform for young players to showcase their talent and for referees like Ojilong to gain valuable experience.
As Ojilong prepares to take the field in Zanzibar, he is aware of the responsibility that comes with representing Uganda on the international stage. He is determined to make a positive impact and prove himself as a capable and skilled referee.
Ojilong is a product of the USSSA (Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association) capacity building program, which aims to develop and nurture young talent in various sports disciplines.
The program has provided him with valuable training and exposure, helping him to develop his skills and achieve his goals.
We are proud to support Jabeth Elly Ojilong on his journey and wish him all the best in this championship and beyond.
We as teso people are proud of him and as an active player ,I want to say I respect his decisions while officiating .
We are proud of you jabeth
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