More to come from KCB, says Amonde, hails Ooro after Driftwood heroics

KCB RFC assistant coach Andrew Amonde has heaped praise on new signing George ‘Japolo’ Ooro, who recently joined the club from Strathmore Leos, where he spent the last four years.

Amonde says Ooro’s experience — especially as captain of the national sevens team — will be instrumental in the development of KCB RFC. He believes the seasoned player will play a key role in mentoring younger talents within the squad.

“He’s in a class of his own. George is experienced and brings strong tactical awareness to the team. His leadership as the Kenyan Sevens captain will be invaluable in mentoring our upcoming players. He’ll be a big asset to the team,” said Amonde.

Over the weekend, KCB RFC kicked off the 2025 National Sevens Circuit on a high note, edging out Strathmore Leos 15-14 in a thrilling final to win the first leg. Amonde credited the win to the team’s collective effort and unity.

“That win was a good start for us. It gives the squad momentum heading into the next leg in Nakuru. The players are motivated and committed to continuous improvement,” he added.

The second leg of the circuit takes place this coming weekend in Nakuru, where KCB RFC have been pooled alongside Nondescripts, Catholic Monks, and invitational side Kisumu RFC.

The former Shujaa captain emphasized the need for consistency and focus, noting that every opponent will be out to challenge the defending champions.

“We’re taking it one game at a time, treating each match like a final. We know every team will be training hard to beat us, but our goal is to maintain our high standards and stay competitive,” Amonde concluded.