Bright Stars FC

Bright Stars FC

Logo for Soltilo Bright Stars F.C
Full name	Soltilo Bright Stars Football Club [1]
Founded	1997;27 years ago (1997)
Ground	Kavumba Recreation Grounds Wakiso, Wakiso District
Capacity	5,000
Manager	Joseph Harold Mutyaba
League	Ugandan Super League
2018	8th
Website	Club website
Home colours Away colours

Bright Stars FC, also Soltilo Bright Stars, is a Ugandan football club. They play in the top division of Ugandan football, the Ugandan Super League. ^[2]

In September 2017, it was announced that Japan International Keisuke Honda, through his management company called Honda Estilo, bought a controlling interest in the club. ^{[3] [4]} Their motto is “Always Innovating, Never Imitating.” ^[5]

History

Bright Stars was founded in 1997. They were promoted to the Uganda Super League after winning the FUFA Big League in 2012-13. ^[6] John Kayanja was the coach who led the Stars to the Super League. ^[7]

For their inaugural top flight season in 2013–14, Bright Stars turned to Livingstone Mbabazi to coach the team. ^[8] Bright Stars flirted with relegation but finished in 12th place, two spots above the drop. ^{[9] [10]}

Bright Stars made the 2019 Uganda Cup final, their first ever finals appearance, but were defeated 5–4 on penalties by Proline FC after the game finished at a 1-1 draw.

Stadium

A Match between Bright Stars FC and Express FC at Mutesa II Stadium in Kampala, Uganda during the Uganda Premier League 2023.

In the 2014–15 season, the club moved to Mwererwe, in the Matugga neighborhood, north of Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest city. Previously, the team played at the 15,000 capacity Nakivubo Stadium. ^{[7] [11]}

Partnerships

In 2020, the club expanded its network of partnerships to enhance its financial stability and international recognition. Bright Stars successfully forged collaborations with Showa Glove Co. Limited and the Ashinaga, two esteemed organizations. ^{[12] [13]}

Showa Glove Co. Limited Partnership: Showa Glove Co. Limited, a renowned Japanese manufacturer specializing in the production of household, work, and industrial gloves, has assumed the role of Bright Stars Football Club's official shirt sponsor. This strategic alliance offers substantial financial backing to the club and significantly heightens its visibility, both domestically and internationally. The association with Showa Glove not only underscores the club's financial resilience but also underscores its growing international appeal, showcasing the global reach of Ugandan football and Bright Stars FC. ^{[14] [5] [15]}

Ashinaga Uganda Partnership: Bright Stars FC has solidified its commitment to social responsibility by partnering with the Ashinaga, a distinguished non-profit organization, specializes in providing support to children who have tragically lost their parents. In this unique partnership, Ashinaga assumes the role of a "special kids partner" for the club. Beyond the realm of football, this collaboration underscores the club's dedication to broader community engagement and its mission to make a positive impact outside the football pitch. The partnership with Ashinaga is a testament to Bright Stars' values, promoting social well-being and nurturing the youth.

These partnerships extend beyond financial support, serving as a platform for Bright Stars to expand its presence and gain recognition in Japan and other international markets. Soltilo, a Japanese company, organized an international conference on African development at Aya Samaj School in Kololo in 2019 to showcase the talents of young footballers. This effort has helped disadvantaged Ugandan children develop their talents. ^[16]

In the 2022–2023 season, Bright Stars FC also signed a partnership with MelBet, in which the company provided a replica jersey for the fans and facilitated the technical team. ^[15]

Statistics and records

BRIGHT STARS FC RESULTS ^[17]

10.11.23 16:00	Bright Stars FC	3:2	Busoga United FC	W
31.10.23 16:00	Mbarara City FC	1:1	Bright Stars FC	D
27.10.23 16:00	Bright Stars FC	0:2	Vipers SC	L
21.10.23 16:00	Express Football Club	1:0	Bright Stars	L
28.09.23 14:00	Bright Stars FC	1:1	Uganda Revenue Authority	D
23.09.23 16:00	Wakiso Giants FC	1:1	Bright Stars FC	D
15.09.23 16:00	Bright Stars FC	0:1	Bul FC	L
27.05.23 15:00	KCCA FC	5:0	Bright Stars FC	L
23.05.23 16:00	Bright Stars FC	0:1	Arua Hill	L
16.05.23 16:00	Wakiso Giants FC	2:0	Bright Stars FC	L
09.05.23 14:00	Bright Stars FC	1:0	Vipers SC	W
03.05.23 14:00	Bright Stars FC	2:0	Busoga United FC	W
28.04.23 16:00	Bul FC	2:2	Bright Stars FC	D
25.04.23 16:00	Bright Stars FC	1:1	Express Football Club	D
19.04.23 16:00	Onduparaka FC	0:1	Bright Stars FC	W
07.04.23 16:00	Bright Stars FC	0:1	Gaddafi	L
04.04.23 16:00	SC Villa JOGOO	1:0	Bright Stars FC	L
01.04.23 14:00	Bright Stars FC	0:2	Uganda Revenue Authority	L
20.03.23 16:00	UPDF FC	1:0	Bright Stars FC	L
03.03.23 16:00	Bright Stars FC	3:1	Blacks Power	W

Current squad

This is the current squad of 2023. Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player — GK   UGA Patrick Mubiru — GK   UGA Hassan Matovu — GK   UGA Shamulan Kamya — DF   UGA Samuel Kato — MF   JPN Yasuyuki Fujimoto — MF   UGA Yasin Mugume — MF   UGA Noordin Bunjo — MF   UGA Ibrahim Kasinde — FW   UGA Samuel Ssenyonjo — FW   UGA Issa Bugembe — FW   UGA Douglas Ochoko

Non-playing staff

Corporate Hierarchy ^[18]

PositionName

• Chairman: Ronnie Muteb
• Board member: Ahmed Marsha Hussein
• Board member: Joseph Mubiru
• Board member: Tadeo Miiro

Technical team hierarchy

Source: ^{[18] [19]}

PositionName

• Head Coach: Joseph Harold Mutyaba
• Assistant Coach: Tom Ssali
• Team Doctor: Solomon Ndawula
• Team Statistician: Steven Lwanga
• Equipment Manager: Mustapha Kyakoonye

See also

• Express FC
• Kampala Capital City Authority FC
• SC Villa
• Uganda Revenue Authority SC
• Vipers SC
• BUL Jinja FC
• Busoga United FC
• Muteesa II Wankulukuku Stadium
• Ugandan Premier League

References

1. FUFA (July 2014). "Players List of Bright Stars Football Club" (PDF). Kampala: Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA). Retrieved 21 June 2018.
2. Bright Stars FC (May 2018). "Bright Stars FC: 2017/2018 Azam Uganda Premier League Wrap-Up". Kampala: Bright Stars Football Club. Retrieved 21 June 2018.
3. "本田圭佑、系列企業がアフリカ・ウガンダのクラブ買収を発表 世界で３クラブ目（デイリースポーツ） – Yahoo!ニュース". Yahoo!ニュース (in Japanese). Archived from the original on 12 September 2017. Retrieved 11 September 2017.
4. Nsubuga, Danito (11 September 2017). "Bright stars FC announce management partnership with Japanese company Honda Estilo". Kampala: Swift Sports Uganda. Retrieved 21 June 2018.
5. Isabirye, David (1 July 2020). "Bright Stars Football Club acquires new partner". Kawowo Sports. Retrieved 18 November 2023.
6. "The Club". Bright Stars FC. Retrieved 15 January 2019.
7. Bright Stars FC (2016). "About Bright Stars Football Club". Kampala: Bright Stars Football Club. Retrieved 21 June 2018.
8. "Rookies Bright Stars date SCVU". Red Pepper. 23 August 2013.
9. "FUFA Super League Relegation Battle Intensifies". FUFA.co.ug. 28 April 2014.
10. "Uganda 2013-14". RSSSF .
11. http://www.fufa.co.ug/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/FUFA-Monthly-May.pdf ^{[ bare URL PDF ]}
12. Isabirye, David (1 July 2020). "Bright Stars Football Club acquires new partner". Kawowo Sports. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
13. Isabirye, David (3 July 2020). "Bright Stars FC partners with Ashinaga Scholarship Foundation". Kawowo Sports. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
14. "Bright Stars announces new partner | Swift Sports Uganda". 1 July 2020. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
15. "Bright Stars Land Mega Sponsorship Deal". ChimpReports. 25 August 2022. Retrieved 18 November 2023.
16. "Japan to nurture talents in Uganda". Monitor. 6 February 2021. Retrieved 8 November 2023.
17. "Bright Stars FC Live Scores, Football Results & Fixtures | FootLive". footlive.com. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
18. Isabirye, David (29 August 2019). "Bright Stars FC unveils new players for 2019-20 Uganda Premier League season". Kawowo Sports. Retrieved 18 November 2023.
19. "Soltilo Bright Stars Homepage - Soltilo Bright Stars" . Retrieved 18 November 2023.

External links

• Website of Bright Stars Football Club