Mulindwa on Golola: We will give him all the support he needs this season

By Francis Otucu

 Vipers Sports Club President, Lawrence Mulindwa has pledged total support to the just appointed club coach, Edward Golola.

Golola’s appointment was confirmed at the weekend through Vipers’ official website.

Speaking after Golola’s appointment, Mulindwa said: ““As the executive we can confirm Edward Golola as our next coach and we will give him all the support he needs this season.”

Earlier, Golola had voiced his pride in return to the club.

“I am immensely proud to be returning as head coach. Everyone knows my love for this club and the history we have shared, however, my sole focus is on the job in hand and preparing for the season ahead,” he said.

The appointments confirmed Richard Wasswa as Golola’s deputy.

Their appointment followed Miachael Nam Ouma’s exit last week after his 6-month contract ran down while Golola’s return to the club is third after 2009-2011 and 2014-2015 seasons having served as an assistant coach to Portuguese tactician Miguel Da Costa (2017-2018) and Kenyan Michael Nam Ouma (half 2019). 

Vipers SC start the 2019/20 football season with participation in the Pilsner Super 8 tournament that gets underway next week. 

The opening game will be on July 31 against Proline FC at StarTimes Stadium, Lugogo.