Police Bullets rope in three in preps for Cecafa Championship

Odemba in an interview with Citizen Digital on Wednesday revealed that they have so far signed three new players, and will be adding more as they aim to claim the Cecafa title.

The coach also hinted at releasing a number of players, to accommodate the new arrivals.

“We decided that we mix experienced players with junior players as a way of building talents and I’m happy that so far we have signed three junior players, and one senior player. Other senior players are expected to join immediately after we have kicked off our pre-season.

“As you know football is a business and because we are recruiting, we must also drop some players. We are sorry for the affected players but we have to do what is necessary to strengthen the team. We wish them all the best in their endeavours,” Odemba said.

The new faces at the Police Bullets camp include Mathare United Women midfielder Jane Hato, Vihiga Queens forward Emily Moranga and experienced midfielder Lourna Nyarinda Nyabuto, who previously featured for FK Apolonia Fier of Albania.

Odemba who doubles up as Harambee Starlets coach also revealed plans of a preseason tour outside the country ahead of the Cecafa tourney slated for August in Addis Ababa.

“A day ago we had a breakfast meeting with our Patron – the Interior Permanent Secretary Raymond Omollo and CS Ababu Namwamba and they underscored the importance of having a training camp outside the country. We were told to choose the place we want to set camp for the Cecafa preparations, and we are already in the process of doing that.

“I also thank our fans and the management for their unwavering support; as well as the Ministry and our Patron,” she added, promising better shows from the team.

Police, the KWPL champions this season, finished third in the FKF Women’s Cup after edging Zetech Sparks 4-3 on Wednesday at the Police Sacco Grounds.