
Sparta 09
Football. Education. Character.
Talent is everywhere — opportunity is not.
Sparta 09 is Watoto Wasoka’s elite football program, dedicated to developing young players from underserved communities. But it’s more than football — it’s a platform for education, discipline, and lifelong growth.
Sparta 09 Pillars
We scout young boys and girls with potential, often from slum communities, and support them through a structured pathway that combines three pillars:
Football
Structured, high-level coaching from U-9s to U-17s. This is where dreams begin, and boots hit the ground.
- Technical and tactical development
- Competitive match exposure
- Pathways to professional clubs and national teams
Education
Academics are not optional. They’re part of the game. We don’t produce dropouts with skills. We shape students with purpose.
- Mandatory school enrollment
- Tutoring and education support
- Scholarships for high-potential players
Character
Football teaches more than goals. It teaches grit. A good player knows the game. A great player knows who they are.
- Life skills and values-based coaching
- Leadership and responsibility on and off the pitch
- Mentorship by older players and alumni
Our Impact
We scout young boys and girls with potential, often from slum communities, and support them through a structured pathway that combines three pillars:
In Their Words

“At Sparta 09, I didn’t just grow as a player. I became a leader. A captain, on and off the pitch. That discipline and support helped me believe I could go beyond the slums, beyond Uganda.”

“Sparta 09 is where it all started. They gave me my first real chance. They saw something in me when I was just a kid playing barefoot. Sparta 09 gave me boots, but more importantly, they gave me belief.”

“Sparta 09 wasn’t just football, it was family. They pushed us to aim higher, both in the game and in school. That mindset still drives me today.”
Get Involved
Join us at Sparta 09 as a volunteer, coach, or sponsor and help us continue providing life-changing opportunities for Uganda’s youth. You can also support the team by donating to our boys’ and girls’ teams, financially or in-kind (equipment, materials).