Uganda's "Angel," Angel Taka who has excelled at the 2008 Female Homeless World Cup with many goals, assists and most of all demonstration of team work, was awarded the Nike Fair Play Award this week. Angel is one of just 5 players to receive this recognition from the 56 teams participating in the tournament.





As part of the award, Angel received a $500 Nike Shopping Spree Gift Certificate. Following the award presentation, Angel said, "This is a team award, it is not just for me. The team will also get something from the Nike store."

Stay tuned for more from Melbourne. The Lady Uganda Cranes stand proud with 3 Wins and 4 loses, and currently place 5th among the 8 Women's Teams. Today, they face off against Cameroon.