​Rugby director Odera roots for the support of community clubs

Kenya Rugby Union's director of rugby Paul Odera has reiterated the Union’s intention and resolve to support community clubs saying they are the “heart and soul” of Kenyan rugby.

Speaking during Mwamba RFC’s fund drive, the newly appointed Odera says for the sport to continue to grow, community clubs must be supported as they are the gateway to talent spotting and growth.

“As Kenya Rugby Union, we are here to support community clubs. Community is where rugby is, they are the heart and soul of Kenyan rugby and that is something the KRU is focused on supporting.”

Odera spoke with admiration for Mwamba who he termed as the pioneer community club in Kenya that has greatly contributed to the growth and success of Kenyan rugby.

 “Mwamba is the first indigenous club, it’s the first club formed by people, from Mean Machine, and it has gone from strength to strength and even amidst challenges it’s a club that has the heart and soul of Kenya.” 

Mwamba has produced the crème de la crème in the sport boasting of the likes of Collins Injera- arguably Kenya’s best rugby talent, Humphrey Khayange, Lavin Asego among many others.