KCB "beaming with confidence" ahead of playoff meeting with KDF
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The two sides will play each other on a best of three series this weekend to decide who advances to the semis
National Women’s Volleyball Defending Champions KCB will square it out with Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in the Kenya Volleyball Federation League playoffs scheduled to take place on 9-11 May at Nyayo Stadium.
The bankers will face KDF on Friday in the first round, before their second fixture on Saturday at the same venue.
In case the game ends in a tie, the two teams will once again clash on Sunday to determine the winner, who will advance to the semis.
KCB Head Coach Japheth Munala has expressed confidence in his charges, noting that the team has what it takes to defend their title.
Munala’s inclusion of youngsters who have been imperious in recent matches will be crucial in their quest for back-to-back league titles.
He said: “We all know the quality within the KDF squad. It is a team that brings the best out of us. We expect a very competitive fixture. I am extremely confident in my players to do well in this encounter.”
Among the young blood Munala intends to include are Marlene Terry, Sheila Wabwire and Fridah Boke.
Munala is also set to include the experienced Mercy Moim, Edith Wisah, Juliana Namutira, Belinda Barasa and Lincy Jeruto.
“We have demonstrated that we are the best volleyball club in the country,” team skipper Wisah said.
“Our heads are held so high and we are beaming with confidence as we take on another good opponent in KDF. The players have been training well and are ready for the task ahead. We can not wait to be on that court and play for the badge.”
KCB will be keen to have a good run in the playoffs and hopefully bag the league title once again, following a difficult run at the 2025 African Club Championship in Nigeria where the team finished fourth.
