Embu to host fourth leg of the National Sevens Circuit

The Kenya Rugby Union has acknowledged the Embu 7s rugby team’s rising influence in the rugby 7s set up, by awarding it the hosting rights for the fourth leg of this year’s National Sevens Circuit.

Eastern Region Rugby Development Officer Patrick Mwika says the move will raise the region's stature in 7s rugby having impressed in recent editions.

"We're so honored that the Kenya Rugby Union has given us the right to host a leg of the National Sevens circuit for two years starting this year.

“This is a very exciting opportunity for us especially clubs playing in this region and in the nation regional wide league because they will have a good chance to compete against top tier teams.

“It's also a big avenue for our age grade teams that we've started in Meru, Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties they will have a good avenue to showcase their talent. 

The region is already home to the 2024 FEASSA rugby 15s champions, All Saints Secondary School, and Mwika says concerted efforts from all stakeholders will only grow the game in the area.

"This is great for Embu right and even for the teams that play in the nationwide league and I urge our fans to come out in large numbers to support the teams.

“I also urge our teams to start preparing early so that they will be ready for the circuit." 

The Embu side have been handed a two-year contract after the expiry of Tisap 7s’ two-year term in the circuit.