Paarwater names Simbas squad for RAC assignment
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South African tactician Jerome Paarwater is back to lead the Kenya 15's side as head coach. (PHOTO/Courtesy)
Kenya rugby 15s programme head coach Jerome Paarwater on Wednesday named
his travelling squad for the Rugby Africa Cup assignment in Uganda with Kabras
Sugar’s George Nyambua captaining the side.
Paarwater says the team will be hoping to kick start their campaign in
high spirits as they go head-to-head with Senegal on July 20 at 12:00pm EAT.
Senegal beat Kenya the last time the two teams clashed here in Nairobi
slightly over two years ago.
“Despite limited preparation time, the players are motivated and ready
to face the challenge. We aim to give our best as the last time the Simbas won
the Africa Cup was in 2013,” said Coach Jerome.
The South African tactician emphasised the importance of the upcoming
match and the need for the team to perform at their highest level.
The squad boasts a mix of seasoned players and new talents, all eager to make their mark in the tournament.
Thomas Okeyo makes a return to their
national set up after a year in the cold, having featured for the Simbas in
2023 during the Currie Cup tournament.
“We had two alignment games, and fortunately, the players have been
active in the Kenya Cup and Rugby Super Series. I have confidence in the boys
ahead of the tournament,” expressed Coach Jerome.
The tournament will be held at Mandela National Stadium from July 18-
29, 2024.
1. Ephraim Oduor
2. Edward Mwaura
3. Eugene Sifuna
4. Teddy Akala
5. Griffin Musila
6. Wilhite Mususi
7. Hillary Mwanjilwa
8. Hibrahim Ayoo
9. Clinton Odhiambo
10. Hillary Odhiambo
11. Malcolm Onsando
12. George Nyambua
13. Thomas Okeyo
14. Obat Kuke
15. Jeanson Musoga
16. Elkeans Musonye
17. Michael Wanjala
18. Samson Onsomu
19. Barry Young
20. Beldad Ogeta
21. Derrick Ashihundu
22. Walter Okoth
23. Paul Mutsami
24. Richel Wagila
25. Bryceson Adaka
26. Timothy Okwemba
27. Alfred Orege
28. Abdultwalib Wesonga
Non-Travelling Reserves:
1. Francis Atiti
2. Amos Obae
3. Dan Angwech
4. Tyson Maina
5. Griffin Chao
6. Quinto Ongo
Technical Team:
- Head Coach – Jerome
Paarwater
- Team Manager – Jimmy Mnene
- Physio – Stephen Mankone
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