Kenya Sevens coach Kevin Wambua has announced an unchanged squad for the upcoming Paris Olympics, opting for consistency and team harmony as they bid for a successful outing.
The same players who secured Olympic qualification and earned a spot back in the World Sevens Series will represent Kenya in Pool B against Samoa, Australia, and Argentina.
Vincent Onyala and Tony Omondi are still the co-captains, with John Okoth, Kevin Wekesa, George Ooro, Samuel Asati, Nigel Amaitsa, Brian Tanga, Patrick Odongo, Lamech Ambetsa, Chrisant Ojwang and Herman Humwa making the team.
Festus Shiasi and Dennis Abukuse are the travelling reserves, and Brian Mutugi is the training reserve. Mutugi will join the group for their training camp in Miramas, France, but will return home when the team goes to the Olympics Village.
Wambua leads Shujaa’s technical bench, which includes Andrew Amonde as the conditioning coach, Lamech Bogonko (physio) and team manager Steven Sewe.
“The team has been in camp, and we are pleased with how well we have gelled together. Each player has shown dedication and commitment, both on and off the field. We are ready to give our very best at the Olympics,” Wambua said, as per KRU Media.
“Our preparation has been intense, focusing on refining our skills and strategies. We are determined to represent Kenya with pride and aim to make a significant impact in Paris. With the support of our fans and the nation behind us, we are confident in our abilities and look forward to competing at the highest level.”
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The team will fly to Miramas for a pre-Olympics camp to fine-tune and acclimatise ahead of the games.
Kenya Sevens are making their third Olympic debut in a row. However, they have failed to go past the group stages in the last two Olympics.
