David GOMBE
The biggest online betting company in Uganda betPawa continues to invest significantly in the growth and elevation of basketball across all levels.
betPawa, is the official sponsor of the Silverbacks, the Gazelles (Uganda’s women’s national basketball team), and the National Basketball League (NBL).
betPawa will power Silverbacks AfroBasket campaign due in Angola this month.
Under the stewardship of Coach George Galanopoulos, the Silverbacks have undergone an intense training camp in South Africa, fine-tuning their plays and locking in team chemistry.
Speaking ahead of their tournament opener, Galanopoulos expressed confidence in his squad.
“This is an exciting, balanced group. We’ve got shooters, size, dynamic wings, and high IQ players. The guys are coachable, focused, and hungry.”
With the kind of support we’ve received from betPawa, the environment has been nothing short of professional.”
betPawa’s contribution has gone beyond the court, supporting logistics, training camps, and ensuring that both players and coaching staff have the resources they need to compete at the highest level.
The Silverbacks will begin their group stage campaign against Senegal on August 12, followed by Mali on August 14, and end with Egypt on August 16.
Veterans like Odoch Opong Robinson and Gue Deng bring experience and leadership, while NBL standouts Fayed Baale (City Oilers) and Ivan Muhwezi (Nam Blazers) inject the squad with youth, energy, and flair, proving that betPawa’s investment in the domestic league is paying dividends on the international stage.
Center Johnathan Komagum summed it up best: “We’re ready. We’ve got chemistry, athleticism, and most importantly, the support. Representing Uganda is a blessing, we’re stepping onto the court with pride and purpose.”
As the Silverbacks prepare for tip-off in Angola, the message is clear: Uganda is not just participating, they’re here to compete.
With betPawa’s full-court support, the future of Ugandan basketball has never looked brighter with the Gazelles back from Ivory Coast it’s time to focus on the Silverbacks.
