Bryan Bukenya has emerged as the winner of the coveted Uganda Skater Of The Year title for 2024, a remarkable achievement that highlights his skill, creativity, and dedication to the sport. The Uganda Skater of the Year award is an annual recognition organized by the Uganda Skateboard Society (USS) to honor the skater who has shown the most progression in their tricks, creativity, and consistency throughout the year.
The award is unique in that it is entirely decided by the global public, with voting taking place over a week-long period on the USS website, ugandaskateboardsociety.org. This system ensures that skateboarding enthusiasts from all around the world have the opportunity to support their favorite skaters.
In 2024, five standout nominees were in the running for the prestigious title: Jovic Spinner, Calvin Muwange, Joseph Lukyamuzi, Moses Emiru, and Bryan Bukenya. Each nominee had proven themselves through exceptional performances and contributions to Uganda’s vibrant skateboarding scene, but it was Bryan Bukenya who received the most votes from the global community.
Bukenya’s victory was a testament to his unwavering commitment to the sport and his ability to consistently push the boundaries of skateboarding in Uganda. His progression in tricks, innovative style, and dedication to growing the local skateboarding scene clearly resonated with voters worldwide. As the winner, Bryan was awarded with a trophy and cash prize of 500,000 UGX, further cementing his place as one of Uganda’s top skaters.
The Uganda Skater of the Year award not only celebrates individual talent but also highlights the growing skateboarding culture in Uganda. Bryan Bukenya’s win serves as an inspiration to skaters across the country, proving that hard work, passion, and creativity can lead to global recognition.
This year’s event has once again shown the power of community and global support in recognizing the efforts of skaters who continue to push the limits of the sport. Congratulations to Bryan Bukenya for his well-deserved win as Uganda Skater of the Year 2024!
