Sports and Games

UPS Sports and Games

The UPS Sports & Games is a cornerstone of the Uganda Prisons Service (UPS), dedicated to the comprehensive management, development, planning, and coordination of sports activities. UPS has had an active participation in national, regional, continental, and international competitions. It operates through two primary fronts:

Global Representation and Impact

Athletes from the UPS have competed in prestigious international events such as the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, World Athletics Championships, World Cups, and African Nations Cups among others

Contribution to Socio-Economic Development

  • Community Engagement and Development
  • Talent Identification and Development
  • Youth Empowerment
  • Economic Impact
  • Health and Well-being
  • National Pride and Unity
  • Social Inclusion and Equality

Marketing and Image Enhancement

  • Building a Positive Image of the service
  • Attracting Support and Sponsorship
  • Promoting Values
  • Enhancing Visibility

This focuses on managing and developing professional sports clubs within the UPS. These clubs represent the Service in various competitive arenas, showcasing the athletic talent and discipline of UPS personnel.

This involves organizing sports events for UPS staff at different levels, including station-level activities, regional competitions, and major events such as the annual Commissioner General of Prisons (CGP) and Inter Forces Sports and Games Tournament. These activities promote camaraderie, enhance morale, and encourage a healthy lifestyle among UPS staff.

In compliance with national sports federation guidelines, the UPS Sports & Games Division has successfully registered and obtained annual licensing for eleven sports clubs. This formal recognition allows these clubs to participate in a wide range of events and ensures they operate within the regulatory framework of their respective sports. The registered clubs are:

  • UPS Athletics Club
  • UPS Darts Club
  • UPS Handball Club (Men)
  • UPS Handball Club (Women)
  • UPS Volleyball Club (Senior and Junior)
  • UPS Taekwondo Club (Men & Women)
  • UPS Netball Club (Uganda Netball Super League)
  • UPS Maroons Football Club
  • UPS She Maroons Football Club (the female team of the Maroons Football Club)
  • UPS Maroons Junior Team FC
  • UPS Woodball Club

All these clubs are based within the Luzira Prisons Complex, which serves as a central location for the UPS's sports activities. The Luzira Complex provides a well-equipped and strategic environment for the training and competition of these clubs.


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