GSU coach Gideon Tarus on challenges of Inspector training that claimed life of counterpart
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Tarus noted that the training not only prepared him for his new role as an Inspector, but also taught him invaluable lessons that he will apply in his coaching career
General Service Unit (GSU) and Wafalme Stars coach Gideon Tarus will be the newest Inspector in town after completing a challenging six-month Inspector’s Training Course.
The training which started back in February has been marked by significant sacrifices and challenges.
Missing his family, friends, players, and a reduced social life weighed down heavily on him as he navigated the demanding course. His intense commitment even saw him lose significant weight.
Today, he can confidently say, "Mama, I made it!".
It was that same training that claimed the life of Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) women’s volleyball coach Daniel Bor back in April. Constable Bor collapsed and died as he was training at the Magadi General Service Unit’s National Police College - Magadi Field Campus.
In an exclusive interview with Mozzart Sport, Tarus was profoundly grateful to God for guiding him through what once seemed impossible.
“The training was tough but we managed. With what happened to coach Bor, we feared it, but we managed,” the visibly excited coach offered.
Together with his fellow trainees, they underwent a rigorous program, starting with two months of intensive training at Embakasi. This was followed by another two months of advanced training in Magadi where the challenges increased, pushing them to their limits.
Finally, they returned to Embakasi for an additional two months of demanding coursework and practical exercises.
“I was mentally prepared for the challenge because it is something that happens in my line of duty. I knew what to expect,” he offered.
He went on to note that the training not only prepared him for his new role as an Inspector, but also taught him invaluable lessons that he will apply in his coaching career.
“I feel so happy that I am back to my personal duties. I have learned a lot about leadership and endurance. Those are the lessons I am looking to apply in my coaching and how I manage my boys,” he averred.
With the taste of freedom still fresh, Tarus is eager to reunite with his family.
“My first destination will be visiting my family which I have not seen for months, sorting out some issues at home, and coming back to my team. I missed my players, watching volleyball, family and friends. I even missed watching the Olympics but I am grateful to God that I am free and I completed the course,” he concluded.
The keen-to-detail tactician has won seven titles (2012, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022) with the paramilitary team. He has the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) national league title and the East African title under his belt and with his new skills, he will be hoping to decorate it with the African title as well.
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