Overview:
While Uganda has produced dedicated skaters over the years, the sponsorship from DOUBLE ff is being recognized as a breakthrough moment—reportedly making Lumala the first Ugandan skater to receive such comprehensive international equipment support from a specialized European skating organization.
Uganda’s skating King-pin Vincent Reagan Lumala has secured a mega and historic international sponsorship from Belgium based organization, Double ff.
This is a major milestone for the Ugandan skating family with the partnership envisaged as a significant step forward not only for his personal athletic journey but also for the growth of skating in Uganda.
The deal is a bedrock where structured international sponsorships in the sport could stem from.
A breakthrough moment for Ugandan skating:
The deal entails full equipment support for competitive skating, covering essential gear such as professional skating race suits, protective helmets, sports glasses, wheels, skates, bearings, and other high-performance accessories needed for international-level competition.
This level of backing places Lumala in a new category of athlete development, where access to professional-grade equipment is fully supported by an international organization rather than self-funded or locally sourced.
For Uganda’s emerging skating scene, this is a landmark development that highlights increasing global attention toward African talent in in-line speed skating and grassroots skating development programs.
Raising Uganda’s flag internationally:
Lumala has long been involved in developing skating at the grassroots level, building training programs and nurturing young skaters within local communities.
His journey reflects both athletic ambition and a commitment to growing the sport beyond personal competition.
With this sponsorship from DOUBLE ff, I will strengthen my international training and competition readiness, while also serving as an inspiration to young skaters in Uganda who aspire to reach global platforms.
Reagan Vincent Lumala, Uganda’s Skater
A historic first for Ugandan skating
While Uganda has produced dedicated skaters over the years, this sponsorship is being recognized as a breakthrough moment—reportedly making Lumala the first Ugandan skater to receive such comprehensive international equipment support from a specialized European skating organization.
This recognition signals increasing visibility for African athletes in niche sports and may open doors for future partnerships, sponsorships, and international collaborations.
Going forward:
Beyond personal achievement, the partnership is expected to contribute to the improved training standards through access to professional equipment, increased international exposure for Ugandan skating, motivation for young athletes in skating clubs and school programs as well as stronger connections between African and European skating communities.
As the sport continues to grow in Uganda, this milestone may become a reference point for future athletes aiming to break into the international skating scene.
In Belgium, the DOUBLE ff brand is highly active and serves as the official supplier of the national speed skating team suits.
They are based in Grimbergsesteenweg city, 159B, 1980 Zemst, Belgium with on-line presence via the O-Skating Store.
