APS Bomet Coach Mafuta: 'This is what inspired our KPL promotion'

APS Bomet head coach Evans Mafuta is convinced his team's promotion from the National Super League (NSL) to the top-tier league was fueled by hard work and the players' strong desire for success.

The KPL debutants arguably enjoyed a seamless campaign, historically earning their automatic promotion to the FKF Premier League 2025/26 season after emerging second in the 2024/25 National Super League season behind winners Nairobi United.

Speaking to Citizen Digital, Mafuta explained that from the beginning of the just-concluded season, the club had set its sights on earning promotion, and everyone in the squad committed wholeheartedly to achieving that goal.

"The first thing that really worked for us in seeking to playing at the top level was having players who were hungry for success and having the willingness to give it all towards the KPL dream.

“The camp knew they only had one thing in their mind, road to Kenyan Premier League," Mafuta said.

The tactician, who previously coached Vihiga United is expected to draw on his past experience in the top flight to help guide APS Bomet, who will be competing in the Premier League for the first time next season.

"This is my second stint in the FKF Premier League, I believe my past experience in the league will help the team manover because we are here to play." Mafuta further explained.

APS Bomet will be seeking to flex their muscles against the KPL bigwigs after dominating the National Super League in the just concluded season.

According to Mafuta, the winning mentality is still key to help the club navigate the challenges in the country's top flight football.