Kenya Pipeline out to defend CAVB Africa Zone V title as team departs for Kampala

Kenya Pipeline Volleyball team will be aiming to defend their title at the third edition of the CAVB Africa Zone V Club Championships set for Kampala, Uganda, from Feb 26- March 4 2025.

The team was flagged off Monday evening at KPC headquarters in Nairobi.

The travelling squad comprises two setters, two opposites, four middle blockers, four left attackers and two liberos.

The regional tourney will be held at the Lugogo Indoor Stadium and Old Kampala Sports Arena, with over 20 teams set to battle it out for the coveted title among them Armée Patriotique Rwandaise, Rwanda National Police, Tanzania Prisons Services, Sport-S, KCCA, Vision Volleyball Camp, Ndejje University Elites and KCB-Nkumba.

Head Coach Geoffrey Omondi emphasized the team's readiness saying, "Our preparations for the last couple of weeks have been intensive and focused. The players are in high spirits and eager to showcase their talent on this significant platform. Our aim is to bring the trophy back home."

KPC Managing Director Mr Joe Sang expressed confidence in the team's preparations and prospects stating, "KPC volleyball team is the only Kenyan team taking part in this year’s CAVB Africa Zone V championship. This is testament to the resilience, skill, and dedication that the team has consistently demonstrated. We are confident they will represent the Company and the nation with distinction in Kampala and bring the title home for the second time. We extend our full support and best wishes as they depart for Uganda."

Sang also encouraged the spirit of teamwork, support, trust and mental grit among the players.

The Zone V comprises a number of clubs drawn from 12 African countries. The countries include Kenya, Burundi, Egypt, South Sudan, and Sudan. Others are; Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, Somalia, Rwanda, Tanzania and hosts Uganda.