Strathmore Blades boost top-four push after weekend double win

Strathmore Blades head coach Tony Ochieng has praised his team after a flawless weekend in the National Men’s Basketball Premier League, where they picked up two key wins to strengthen their top-four ambitions.

The varsity side opened with a 64-47 win over Africa Nazarene University Wolfpacks before edging Ulinzi Warriors 62-55 in matches played at Nyayo Gymnasium.

Ochieng said the players showed character and determination in tough fixtures, crediting improvements in rebounding, scoring and overall coordination.

“The boys rose to the occasion, taking on tough games and emerging with maximum points. They wanted it more and showed great character,” he said.

He also highlighted defensive discipline and better transition control, noting that improved ball movement and teamwork made the difference in both matches.

Ochieng also praised his team’s resilience against tough opposition, saying the consecutive wins have strengthened their push for a top-four finish in the first leg.

“We swept our opponents who came hard at us. The boys kept pushing and I would say those were good wins. I must commend them because this has really boosted our chances of a top-four finish in the first leg,” he added.

The results move Blades to four wins and three losses from seven games, with 11 points, as they continue their push up the standings.