By: Kasemeza Catherine
Jinja, January 25, 2024 – The opening day of the USSSA Elite Games 2024 Basketball Tournament delivered a talent, competition, and defending champions, Buddo SS, showcasing their resilience to retain their title.
Buddo SS Continues Title Defense:
After securing the championship in the previous year’s USSSA Elite Games in Mbarara City, Buddo SS displayed their championship spirit with a series of wins on the first day of the current tournament.

Highlights of the Day:
- Gombe SS vs. Buddo SS (3X3 Girls):
- The Basketball competitions kicked off with a spirited 3X3 Girls’ match between Gombe SS and defending champions Buddo SS. In a close battle, Buddo SS emerged victorious with a final score of 13-11.
- Jinja SS vs. Jinja College (3X3 Boys):
- The excitement continued with a 3X3 Boys’ match between Jinja SS and Jinja College. Jinja College displayed dominance, securing the win with a score of 8-3.
- Jinja SS vs. Gombe SS (3X3 Girls):
- Gombe SS, having learned valuable lessons from their previous match, faced Jinja SS in another 3X3 Girls’ encounter. Gombe SS showcased improved moves, defenses, and confidence, securing a victory with a score of 9-6.
- Jinja College vs. Jinja SS (5X5 Boys):
- The rivalry between Jinja College and Jinja SS reached its peak in a 5X5 Boys’ match. Trevor emerged as the top scorer for Jinja College, leading them to a convincing win with a final score of 47-8.
- Buddo SS vs. Jinja SS (3X3 Girls):
- Buddo SS continued their winning streak in a 3X3 Girls’ match against Jinja SS, finishing with a scoreline of 11-5.
- Gombe SS vs. Buddo SS (5X5 Girls):
- The intensity heightened in a 5X5 Girls’ match between Gombe SS and Buddo SS. Buddo SS secured a strong victory with a final score of 31-23.
- Buddo SS vs. Jinja SS (5X5 Boys):
- The day concluded with a high-scoring 5X5 Boys’ match between defending champions Buddo SS and Jinja SS. Buddo SS emerged triumphant with a commanding score of 33-18.
The tournament promises more exciting clashes as teams vie for glory and supremacy on the basketball court.