Omara Emmanuel scored 18 points as Watoto Men beat KIU Titans 67-60 to take a 2-1 lead in the 2026 FUBA Division One men’s finals, while Seeta High kept their title hopes alive with a 53-51 win over Kampala University in the women’s series on Sunday.

Watoto recovered from a poor second quarter to win their second straight game and move within one victory of the championship. Seeta, meanwhile, stopped Kampala University from taking a commanding 3-0 lead, cutting the deficit to 2-1.

Both series continue on Wednesday, with Game 4 offering Watoto a chance to move closer to the men’s title and Seeta an opportunity to draw level.

Watoto take control

Watoto started strongly, scoring 21 points in the first quarter to lead KIU 21-16. They made eight of their 12 field-goal attempts but committed eight turnovers, allowing the Titans to score six points from those mistakes.

KIU took advantage in the second quarter, scoring 12 unanswered points as Watoto went more than seven minutes without scoring. Edrine Mugisha finally broke the drought with a three-pointer, sparking a brief response from Watoto, who added six more points.

The Titans still led 32-30 at halftime.

The third quarter was closely contested, with neither side leading by more than four points. The lead changed hands four times as both teams fought for control.

James Osinde set up Victor Makmot for an alley-oop that thrilled the crowd. However, the mood changed when Daniel Odokonyero received a disqualifying foul for a hard challenge on Makmot as he attempted a dunk. Makmot left the court and was later taken to hospital, an incident that angered spectators.

Watoto took charge in the fourth quarter, producing a 13-2 run to open a 10-point lead with more than five minutes remaining.

KIU fought back, and Okumu Emmanuel’s three-pointer with about a minute left cut the deficit to three points. But Omara answered immediately to keep Watoto ahead as they closed out a 67-60 victory.

Omara finished with 18 points, 11 rebounds, six assists and four steals. Fortunate Kamugisha added 13 points, while Makmot contributed nine points and eight rebounds in 17 minutes.

KIU’s Richard Mutawulu led his side with 14 points, including four three-pointers. Ryan Akena scored 11 points, while Chieng Garang added 10.

KIU had won the opening game 64-59 on October 14 before Watoto levelled the series with a 48-42 victory on October 16. Sunday’s win gives Watoto back-to-back victories and the series advantage.

A win on Wednesday would put Watoto within reach of the title, while KIU must respond to keep their championship hopes on track.

Seeta survive late scare

Achomo Lucky and Meghan Mukulu scored Seeta High’s final 11 points to inspire a 53-51 win over Kampala University, keeping the women’s Division One final alive.

Kampala University had won the first two games, 48-43 and 53-47, and came into Game 3 seeking a 3-0 lead. Seeta had other plans.

Seeta took an 11-7 lead in the first quarter, with Bilha Akinyi scoring nine points. Kampala University responded in the second, scoring 18 points against Seeta’s nine to lead 25-20 at halftime.

The University side stretched its advantage to 10 points early in the third quarter through a three-pointer by Rose Musundi and a layup from Betty Nassanga.

Christine Namyalo kept Seeta in contention, hitting three three-pointers and scoring 13 points in the quarter. Akinyi added two three-pointers as Seeta fought back, but Kampala University maintained a 43-40 lead heading into the final period.

Achomo, Mukulu decide it

With five minutes remaining, Kampala University led 46-42. Seeta then scored eight unanswered points to take a four-point lead with two minutes left.

Victoria Nalwanga hit a crucial three-pointer before Musundi added a layup to put Kampala University back in front by one.

Achomo responded to restore Seeta’s lead with just over a minute remaining. Kampala University failed to score again as Seeta held on for the 53-51 victory.

Achomo scored six points and made one assist in the final five minutes, while Mukulu contributed five points and two assists.

Namyalo led Seeta with 18 points, seven rebounds, three assists and two steals. Akinyi played the entire game, finishing with 16 points, six steals, five rebounds and three assists.

Achomo recorded a double-double of 10 points and 10 rebounds, alongside three assists. Mukulu finished with five points, all scored in crunch time.

Musundi led Kampala University with 16 points and eight rebounds. Tasha Goi Akima added 12 points and three rebounds, while Gloria Ayaa collected 25 rebounds and scored six points.

Kampala University will look to stop Seeta from building momentum in Game 4. Seeta have played the last two games without key player Kristine Stephanie, whose possible return could strengthen their push to level the series.

Both teams have already secured promotion to the 2027 National Basketball League, but the Division One championship remains up for grabs.