KCB head
coach Dennis Mwanja believes his side is primed for another strong outing during
the fifth leg of the National Seven Circuit — the Kabeberi Sevens —this weekend at the RFUEA
Grounds in Nairobi.
“The boys have shown great resilience and
hunger throughout the circuit. Kabeberi is always a tough tournament, but our
focus is on maintaining our momentum and executing our structures,” he noted.
Mwanja
added: “Leading the standings gives us confidence, but it also challenges us to
work even harder to stay ahead.”
The bankers will parade a star-studded lineup featuring Vincent Onyala, Festus Shiasi, Stephen Osumba, Jenkins Kipruto, Brian Wahinya, Floyd Wabwire, George Ooro, Elvis Olukusi, and Emmanuel Opondo, all of whom are expected to play pivotal roles. Their mix of pace, power, and experience has been central to KCB’s success this season.
Captain Bob
Muhati echoed the coach’s sentiments, noting that discipline and teamwork will
be key at RFUEA. ,
“We have a very competitive squad with depth and balance. Every player understands the responsibility that comes with wearing this jersey, and we are motivated to give our fans something to cheer about. Our goal is not just to compete but to win and consolidate our place at the top,” he remarked.
With the
series entering a decisive phase, victory at Kabeberi would not only underline
KCB’s dominance but also give them valuable breathing space in the race for the
overall crown.
Fans can expect the bankers to bring their trademark intensity as they seek to extend their fine run and edge closer to sealing the circuit title.
The bankers
have been in blistering form, reaching the finals of all four previous legs and
lifting the Driftwood Sevens in Mombasa as well as the Christie Sevens in
Nairobi.
Their consistency has seen them rise to the top of the circuit standings with 82 points, two clear of Strathmore Leos, who are on 80, setting the stage for a fierce battle at Kabeberi. KCB headlines pool A, which also features Nakuru RFC, Mombasa RFC, and Mean Machine.
