Kenyan international named Nzoia's Most Valuable Player of the season

Kenyan international Kevin Juma has had his efforts in the recently concluded Football Kenya Federation Premier League season recognized again after being named the club's Most Valuable Player in the annual gala awards held on Friday. 

The defensive midfielder was first rewarded big time in March when Harambee Stars head coach Jacob 'Ghost' Mulee handed him his maiden call to the national team and subsequent debut, coming off the bench in the final Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Togo. 

The surprise call up seemingly opened chances for the 25-year old as a number of teams are reportedly eyeing his signature thanks to the show he put throughout the season.

While Juma scooped the prestigious award, Gabriel Wandera was named the best defender. The former Tusker man was the highest scoring defender in the season as he kissed the back of the net five times from the spot.

Juma elated after making Harambee Stars debut

February catch Kevin Wafula walked home with the midfielder of the year award. The player who arrived at the club mid-season from Division One side Bungoma Superstars floored a host of senior players who played throughout the season to the award. 

Fast-rising Hillary Simiyu was feted as the club's top scorer following the eight goals he managed to score since arriving at the club in February from Superstars. 

The forward whose signature is being heavily sought after is said to be on his way to Ulinzi Stars. The longest serving player at the club and skipper Peter Gin picked the most disciplined player award.

The captain who doesn't wear the armband

The midfielder thanked the management for recognizing their efforts and promised to step up their performances next season.

"We are happy that the club organized the end of season awards ceremony. This will motivate the players ahead of the pre-season. It such initiatives which makes us to go the extra mile on the pitch," he said.