Uganda, May 17 -- As the annual Girls Schools Cricket Week (GSCW) tournament reached its climax, Light Secondary School of Soroti emerged as the new champions, marking the most significant highlight of the event.

In a thrilling finale, Light SS secured victory by edging past defending champions Olila High School by a narrow margin of three runs. This finale, part of the larger and more competitive post-primary national championship, witnessed the participation of a record 16 schools.

Olila High School advanced to the final by defeating surprise package Sacred Hearts of Gulu, while Light SS secured their spot by overcoming Jinja SS in the semifinals. The final match at St Mary's Madera Ground saw Light SS posting a modest 76 for 9, with ...