Overview:
His work has been instrumental in raising performance standards across the region by introducing objective, evidence-based training methods.
SC Villa has appointed Bryon Okuba as the new strength and conditioning coach for the 2026/27 season.
Okuba comes in as a direct replacement for Ram Mpuga Nyakana who left the Jogoos for KCCA after spending three seasons with the Blues.
In his maiden speech, Okuba showed delight at joining the most successful club in the country.
“It is an immense privilege to join SC Villa, the most decorated club in Ugandan football,” he told the club website. “I look forward to working alongside the club’s outstanding technical and medical teams to optimize athlete readiness, maximize performance, and build the physical resilience needed to compete at the highest level,” he added.
All said and done, who is Okuba?
He is an elite sports performance specialist, certified World Rugby Educator, and architectural professional.
Renowned for blending the precision of structural design with cutting-edge sports science, he has established himself as one of East Africa’s leading high-performance practitioners.
He is the founder of Forge Performance, a data-driven approach to athlete development, utilizing advanced performance technologies such as VALD Force Decks and speed gates to enhance speed, power, movement efficiency, and injury prevention.
His work has been instrumental in raising performance standards across the region by introducing objective, evidence-based training methods.
Byron’s high-performance philosophy has contributed to championship success at both club and international level. He played a key role in the achievements of Stanbic Black Pirates RFC and the Uganda National Women’s Rugby Team (Lady Cranes XVs), helping both sides secure multiple major honours.
His diverse experience also includes a previous stint with URA FC and grassroots athlete development through the Tag Rugby Trust.
Beyond football and rugby, Byron has worked with elite athletes across several disciplines, including competitive swimming and international rowing, earning a reputation for developing robust, resilient, and high-performing athletes.
