Jack Komakech (born July 31, 2002) is a Uganda professional football player who plays as a goalkeeper currently playing for Vipers SC and also the Uganda National Men's Football team (Uganda Cranes). He won Fortebet Real Stars Monthly Accolade for February 2021.
Early life and education Komakech was born to Billy Okot and Achira Florence Okot in Gulu District, Northern Uganda. He went to Ascent Soccer Academy where he became the first-choice goalkeeper for the Uganda U-17 and U-20 National Teams. He also attended Kings Way High School in Entebbe for his secondary school education before join St. Mary's Senior Secondary School.
Football career Komakech started his football career with Ascent Soccer Academy before join U-17 and U-20 National Teams. Komakech signed a contract with Vipers SC aa head of 2021/2022 season replacing Sekajja Bashir.
Awards and recognition
Fortebet Real Stars Monthly Accolade – February 2021 Excelled during U‑20 AFCON: two clean sheets, only three goals conceded, pivotal penalty save vs Burkina Faso. Awarded at Route 256 in Kampala; accepted by his mother Achira Florence, who at first discouraged football in favor of studies.
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