Our national tournaments provide competitive opportunities, foster sportsmanship, and identify talent for regional and international competitions.
Our flagship program features regional qualifiers leading to national championships. Since 2004, we've organized tournaments that bring together the best young talent from across Uganda.
We proudly offer separate girls' and boys' tournaments, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Our girls' program has grown significantly since its introduction, with participation increasing by 40% in the last three years.
Competitions held in 8 regions across Uganda to select teams for national championships.
Top teams from each region compete for the national title at Mandela National Stadium.
National champions prepare for potential international tournaments and exchanges.
Combining American educational methods with athletic excellence to produce Uganda's best Math and Science students with outstanding leadership skills.
Using American methods, produce the best Math and Science students with excellent verbal, writing and speaking skills in Uganda. At the same time, every student will be required to participate in several sports to optimize the students' athletic abilities. This will produce graduates with excellent leadership skills and team work experience. It will also prepare students to successfully compete for University Scholarships based upon both academic and athletic ability both in Uganda and the Western World.
Goal: To run the school without charging tuition so that financial considerations will have no effect upon acceptance.
We will be judged on our success in National Science and Math exams and our school's success in National and International Sport Competition.
Location: 40+ acres at Nakirebe, Uganda. About 20 kilometers west of Kampala.
Class Size: Each class limited to between 24-28 boys and 24-28 girls.
Admissions: Based upon estimated athletic ability in running, throwing and physical size, Primary school academic record, and demonstrated basic math skills.
First Class: Started 2013 school year at S1 level.
Accommodation: All students housed and boarded at the school, allowed to stay during school breaks between semesters.
Schedule: Three semester schedule anticipated.
Tuition: No charge for tuition or room and board.
| Year | English | History & Geography | Sciences / Industrial Processes | Mathematics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 | English | History of Africa | Biology | Algebra |
| S2 | English | History of Asia & South America | Chemistry | Geometry |
| S3 | English | History of Europe | Physics | Intermediate Algebra |
| S4 | English | History of the U.S. & North America | Earth Science, Geology & Climatology | Trigonometry & Solid Geometry |
| S5 | English | Economics & Current Events | College Chemistry or Physics | Calculus |
Each year concentrates on reading literature, History and Geographic magazines. Written and oral assignments based on readings. Use of educational CDs showing great works of theater and film.
S1: Foundational skills (multiplication, division, averages, percentages, interest calculations, basic statistics)
S2: Algebra
S3: Geometry
S4: Intermediate Algebra
S5: Trigonometry & Solid Geometry
S6: Calculus
S1: Industrial Processes
S2: Biology
S3: Chemistry
S4: Physics
S5: Earth Science, Geology & Climatology
S6: College-level Chemistry or Physics
Ongoing: Agriculture involvement (planting, harvesting, hybrids)
Sports Offered: Baseball and Softball, Basketball, Football, Track and Field
Athletic Training: Daily training from 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Weekend Games: Baseball and softball games on weekends
Coaching Staff: Three teachers will also be coaches in year one, four teachers in year two, plus dedicated coaches for girls and boys teams
6:30 AM Breakfast
7:30 AM First Class Begins
8:30 AM First Class Ends
8:40 AM Second Class Begins
9:40 AM Second Class Ends
9:50 AM Third Class Begins
10:50 AM Third Class Ends
11:00 AM Fourth Class Begins
12:00 PM Fourth Class Ends
12:30 PM Lunch
2:00-5:30 PM Athletic Training & Games
6:00 PM Dinner
7:00-10:00 PM Academic Activities
10:00 PM Lights Out
Exchange Rate: $1.00 = 2,600 shillings
| POSITION | YEAR ONE | YEAR TWO |
|---|---|---|
| TEACHERS | ||
| Science Teacher | 700,000 | 700,000 |
| English Teacher | 700,000 | 700,000 |
| Math Teacher | 700,000 | 700,000 |
| History/Geography Teacher | 700,000 | |
| Head Teacher | 1,500,000 | 1,500,000 |
| Nurse | 500,000 | 500,000 |
| Librarian | 500,000 | 500,000 |
| KITCHEN STAFF | ||
| Head Cook | 500,000 | 500,000 |
| Assistant Cooks (4) | 1,200,000 | 1,200,000 |
| GROUNDS STAFF (3) | 1,500,000 | 1,500,000 |
| COACHES | ||
| Girls Coaches (2) | 600,000 | 600,000 |
| Boys Coaches | 300,000 | 300,000 |
| TOTAL WAGES | 8,400,000 | 9,400,000 |
| Food | 5,000,000 | 10,000,000 |
| Fuel and Charcoal | 1,500,000 | 1,500,000 |
| TOTAL MONTHLY OPERATING COSTS | 14,900,000 | 20,900,000 |
| MONTHLY COST IN USD | $5,731 (50 students) | $8,000 (100 students) |
Budget Date: November 2012
Removing barriers to participation by providing essential baseball equipment to children across Uganda through strategic partnerships.
For 17 years, we've partnered with Pitch in for Baseball & Softball (PIFBS) to provide quality equipment to young players across Uganda. This partnership has distributed:
This equipment is distributed through our network of 100+ leagues, ensuring children from all economic backgrounds can participate in baseball.
Our efficient distribution system ensures equipment reaches the children who need it most:
We maximize the lifespan of equipment through proper maintenance:
We need 500+ gloves for new players joining our programs
Complete sets for training safe catching techniques
Appropriately sized bats for different age groups
For establishing new playing fields in rural areas
Developing qualified coaches who can teach proper technique, ensure player safety, and serve as positive role models for Uganda's youth.
Basic coaching certification covering safety, fundamental skills, and age-appropriate training methods. Required for all league coaches.
For coaches working with competitive teams. Covers advanced techniques, game strategy, and player development.
Elite certification for coaches training national team players and coaching at AVRS Secondary School.
We conduct regional coaching clinics throughout the year to continuously develop our coaching staff:
Our coaching staff includes 150+ certified coaches across Uganda, with 50+ new coaches trained annually.