About LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL UGANDA

For over two decades, we have been breaking barriers and building dreams through America's pastime. Our journey from a single meeting in 2002 to serving thousands of children across Uganda is a testament to the power of sport to transform lives.

Explore Our Story

Our History & Journey

From humble beginnings to historic achievements, follow our timeline of growth and impact in Ugandan baseball.

2002

The Beginning

Uganda Little League Baseball was founded following a meeting between Richard Stanley and PR.Vivian Masembe. What began as a vision to bring baseball to Ugandan children started taking shape with the first organized activities.

2004

First Tournaments

We organized our first national tournaments, creating a competitive platform for young players across Uganda. This marked the beginning of structured baseball development in the country.

2008

International Debut

Uganda made history as the first African team to compete in a European tournament in Kutno, Poland. This international exposure opened doors for future global participation.

2012

Historic World Series

The Mehta Little League team became the first African team to qualify for the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Despite visa challenges in previous years, the team made it and received the Sportsmanship Award.

2020-Present

Expansion & Recovery

After navigating the challenges of the pandemic, we resumed tournaments in May 2023 and continue to expand our reach. Today, we serve over 15,000 children across Uganda with plans to reach 30,000+ in the coming years.

Our Mission & Vision

We believe in the transformative power of baseball to develop character, discipline, and opportunity for Uganda's youth.

Our Mission

To develop Little League Baseball throughout Uganda by providing access to equipment, quality coaching, and competitive opportunities that foster athletic excellence, educational achievement, and personal growth for all children regardless of background or circumstance.

Our Vision

To become the premier youth sports organization in East Africa, recognized for developing not only elite baseball talent but also future leaders who embody the values of teamwork, integrity, and perseverance both on and off the field.

Our Values

Inclusion: Baseball for all children
Integrity: Playing by the rules, on and off the field
Education: Combining academics with athletics
Community: Building stronger neighborhoods through sport
Excellence: Striving to be our best in all we do

Leadership & Organization

Meet the dedicated founders who guide our organization and drive our mission forward.

Richard Stanley

Richard Stanley

Founder & Executive Director

Richard co-founded Uganda Little League Baseball in 2002 and has led the organization's growth from a small initiative to a national movement serving thousands of children.

PR.Vivian Masembe

PR.Vivian Masembe

Co-Founder & Director of Operations

PR.Vivian Masembe co-founded Uganda Little League Baseball and has been instrumental in establishing partnerships, securing equipment donations, and managing day-to-day operations across all Ugandan leagues.

Organizational Structure

Organization

Uganda Little League Baseball, a registered NGO S.5914/5565

Board of Directors

  • Mr. Richard Stanley
    President
  • PR.Vivian Masembe
    Vice President & Co-Founder

Officers

  • Mr. Richard Stanley
    Country Administrator
  • PR.Vivian Masembe
    Vice President Softball Operations

Advisory Board

U.S. Coordinator, New York
Mr. Richard Stanley
Legal & Operations
Mr. Apitta Omara
Sports Development
Mr. Jasper Aligawesa
Community Relations
Mr. Okello Oryem
International Relations
Mr. Francis Mumbey-Wafula
Finance & Strategy
Mr. Timothy Magale
Technical Director
Mr. Moses Kaggwa
Youth Development
Mr. Moses Kaggwa

United States Representation

Uganda North American Society
  • Mr. Edward Wanda
  • Ms. Agnes Senyana
Major League Baseball Partners
  • Ms. Erin Sloneker
    Major League Baseball
  • Mr. Mike McClellan
    Major League Baseball
  • Mr. Pat Wilson
    Little League International
  • Mr. Dan Velte
    Little League International

Our Achievements

Two decades of impact, measured in lives changed, barriers broken, and dreams realized.

20+
Years of Service
15,000+
Children Impacted
100+
Leagues Supported
1,000+
Gloves Shared

Historic Firsts

• First African team to compete in European tournament (2008)
• First African team to qualify for Little League World Series (2012)
• First Ugandan sports team featured in international media for visa denial story (2011)

Awards & Recognition

• Little League World Series Sportsmanship Award (2012)
• Recognition by Ugandan Ministry of Education & Sports
• Partnership with Major League Baseball's international development program
• Featured in ESPN, BBC, and New York Times coverage

Program Growth

• Established AVRS Secondary School combining academics & athletics
• 17-year equipment partnership with Pitch in for Baseball
• National tournaments resumed in 2023 after pandemic hiatus
• Coach training program certifying 50+ coaches annually

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