Kyabazinga College FC has officially appointed Ronald Lukungu as their new head coach on a three-year contract, with his tenure set to begin on October 1. Lukungu, who is also guiding Bugabula FC in the ongoing Busoga Masaza Cup, replaces Kirabo Joel, who now steps into the assistant coaching role.
The unveiling ceremony, held at Kyabazinga College Kamuli on Tuesday, was attended by top football stakeholders, including Kamuli District Football Association chairman, Katamba Noah.
Coach Lukungu Ronald being unveiled by the Club President Wanume Hussein
Club president, Wanume Hussein, expressed optimism about the new era under Lukungu’s leadership.
“Today i am so happy that we have signed a coach of purpose and we have much hope in him. Our target is clear, this season we compete in the province League, next season we aim for regionals, and eventually the big league. We also want Kyabazinga college FC to provide a base for Bugabula FC, giving players a clear pathway beyond the masaza cup, our target is clear—this season we compete in the Province League, next season we aim for regionals, and eventually the Big League. We also want Kyabazinga College FC to provide a base for Bugabula FC, giving players a clear pathway beyond the Masaza Cup,” he said.
Hussein emphasized that the club’s focus goes beyond results, aiming to nurture football talent in Kamuli, Busoga, and Uganda at large.
Lukungu arrives with solid experience, having guided Bugabula FC in the Busoga Masaza Cup for three straight editions, consistently reaching at least the semifinals. This season, Bugabula has won three of their four games and will face Bunha in the quarterfinals on October 4 at Kyabazinga Stadium, Bugembe. In addition, in 2021, Lukungu coached Busiro in the prestigious Buganda Masaza Cup, a role that boosted his reputation as a tactician capable of handling both school and chiefdom teams.
Ronald Lukungu at Busiro FC in 2021. (Photo by Kawowo sports)
Katamba Noah welcomed the appointment, praising the school’s commitment to football development.
“Kyabazinga College has steadily grown from the fifth division and recently impressed in the zonal mini league. Their decision to sign Lukungu adds momentum ahead of the Province League. We wish him and the club success,” Katamba said.
In his first remarks as head coach, Lukungu described the move as a significant step in his career.
“I am delighted to join this project. I won’t make big promises, but I assure the management, players, and fans that I will work tirelessly for good performances. With cooperation, we can build something strong here,” Lukungu noted.
With province games kicking off in two weeks, Kyabazinga College FC hopes Lukungu’s leadership will set them on a steady path toward their ambitious three-year vision.
