The finalists of the Corporate Sports Network (CSN) Darts Championship will be decided this weekend at Makerere University Rugby Grounds as the competition reaches its thrilling conclusion.
The tournament, which attracted participants from more than 35 companies, resumed from the semi-final stage after the previous outing at Jeph International University, where the quarter-finals and semi-finals produced a host of surprises and introduced a new crop of corporate darts stars.
In the women’s competition, Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) will face Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) for a place in the final, while I&M Bank takes on Hotel Africana in the other semi-final. The winners will battle for the coveted 2026 title.
The men’s semi-finals promise equally exciting encounters, with DFCU Bank facing Coca-Cola while Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) squares off against Pearl Bank in what are expected to be closely contested ties.
Last year’s champions have set a high benchmark. In the women’s category, Crown Beverages’ Jennifer Adong claimed gold after defeating Uganda Revenue Authority’s Loice Nambaziira in the final, while Hotel Africana’s Charlotte Nabiyiki finished third. Nabiyiki returns this year determined to go at least one better.
The men’s title was equally fiercely contested in 2025, with Roofings’ Peter Oyodria edging DFCU Bank’s Simon Odeke in a memorable final. PostBank’s Daudi Ssimbwa completed the podium after claiming bronze.
Many new faces dominated the darts games in 2026. CSN photo
Although darts was only introduced into the CSN programme in 2025, the sport has quickly become one of the most entertaining attractions on the corporate calendar. This year’s edition has produced thrilling performances, unexpected upsets and remarkable composure under pressure, with several newcomers announcing themselves as genuine contenders.
Tournament umpires believe the championship has unearthed exceptional talent that could be developed beyond the corporate scene.
“We have witnessed incredible precision from some players. At times, we found ourselves wondering whether they compete in professional leagues,” said one of the tournament umpires, Mr Kateregga. “At the same time, there have been confessed first-timers whose underdog stories have captured the imagination of the fans.”
Despite the standout performances, Kateregga was reluctant to single out favourites ahead of the finals.
“Many players, both men and women, have displayed consistent form, tactical awareness and nerves of steel. Every match has delivered drama, intense competition and pinpoint accuracy. It has been impossible to predict who will eventually lift the trophies.”
With the finalists set to be determined this weekend, anticipation is building for what promises to be a fitting climax to one of the most competitive CSN Darts Championships since the discipline was introduced.
