Ong’ombe exits KCB RFC Team Manager role

KCB Rugby Club has officially opened applications for the Team Manager position ahead of the 2025/26 season, coinciding with the start of the National 7s Circuit.

The announcement follows the end of Priscilla Amollo Ong’ombe’s tenure, marking a key leadership change as the club seeks to reclaim dominance after another trophy less Kenya Cup campaign.

The incoming Team Manager will be tasked with offering strategic leadership, handling logistics, managing player welfare, overseeing registration, and ensuring smooth coordination across all club operations.

KCB RFC has emphasised the need for a candidate with proven experience in Kenya Cup rugby, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to align with the club’s values and dynamics. The application deadline is Thursday, 31 July 2025.

On the pitch, KCB had a bittersweet 2024/25 season. The team finished third overall in the Kenya Cup after Menengai Oilers halted their title chase in the semi-finals.

Although KCB were awarded a walkover win against Nondescripts in the third-place playoff, it marked the fourth consecutive season without a major trophy.

Despite a strong start to the season, dominating early fixtures and finishing second in the regular standings with 50 points, KCB’s title ambitions once again fell short.

They had a strong scoring record with 549 points for and just 125 against, including a seven-match unbeaten run. However, their continued struggle against Kabras Sugar, suffering a fifth straight defeat, highlighted an area needing improvement.

In the 2024 National 7s Circuit, KCB managed a third-place finish with 94 points, down from 113 points the previous season. Their only tournament win came at the Kabeberi 7s, falling behind in overall consistency across the circuit.

As the club enters a transitional phase, the recruitment of a new Team Manager will be key to reversing their recent fortunes and ensuring KCB regains its competitive edge across both the 15s and 7s formats.