19/10/2026
FROM A YOUNG TALENT TO THE CAPTAIN OF UGANDA U17 🇺🇬⚽
I still remember when I joined Amus College School as the Head Coach. One day, I spotted a young boy, Muhoozi, casually kicking a ball with his friends away from the training field.
I called him over and asked, “Young man, what is your name?”
He replied, “My name is Muhoozi.”
I then asked him, “Which position do you play?”
He told me he was an attacking midfielder.
I said, “Okay, from today, you will start training with the senior team.”
He looked worried and told me, “Coach, I am afraid I might be chased away because I am still young. I don’t think I can fit into the squad.”
I looked at him and said, “I am the Head Coach. Don’t be afraid. Trust yourself, and I will give you the opportunity.”
Today, seeing Muhoozi achieve great things and wear the captain’s armband for the Uganda U17 national team fills my heart with pride.
Sometimes, all a young player needs is someone who believes in them and gives them an opportunity to shine.
I believed in his talent then, and today, I am proud to see how far he has come. His journey is a reminder that talent needs opportunity, guidance, and belief. 👏⚽🇺🇬