Kenya Kabaddi begin early preparations ahead of junior tourney
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The inaugural edition of the continental competition is expected to bring together 12 boys' teams and 10 girls' sides, all gunning for a place on the podium in the inaugural continental event
Kenya Kabaddi Union (KKU) named its provisional squad of boys and girls, beginning early preparations for this year’s Africa Junior Kabaddi Championship set for December in Uganda.
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The inaugural edition of the continental competition is expected to bring together 12 boys' teams and 10 girls' sides, all gunning for a place on the podium in the inaugural continental event.
"The provisional squads have been selected following a rigorous nationwide talent identification process that included regional trials, school-based kabaddi programs, and competitive events across the country.
This selection marks the first major step in Kenya’s preparations to compete at the continental level, with the final squads to be trimmed to 14 players and four officials per team in due course," reads KKU's statement in part.
In the boys' competition, Kenya has been placed in Group B alongside Tanzania, South Sudan, Malawi, Burundi, and Mauritius. Group A has Uganda, South Africa, Zanzibar, Ghana, Rwanda, and DR Congo.
Meanwhile, the girls' competition pits Kenya against Tanzania, DR Congo, South Africa and Burundi in Group B, while Group A has Uganda, Malawi, Zanzibar, Ghana, and Rwanda, with the top two teams in each group advancing to the semifinals.
"The Championship will gather the best young kabaddi talent from across the continent.
For Kenya, this tournament is not just a competition; it’s a chance to showcase our next generation of stars, deepen our kabaddi culture, and cement our position as a growing force in African kabaddi.
We are proud of the dedication and hard work shown by these young athletes. Their journey to Uganda will be one of commitment, teamwork, and national pride," the statement continues.
Girls’ Provisional Squad
1. Shabbie Sandra
2. Ruth Naibei
3. Jane Warau
4. Joy Mugechi
5. Elseperanza Wangechi
6. Natalie Modi
7. Abigail Wanjiku
8. Gloria Mbugua
9. Sharon Kamumu
10. Stacy Karanja
11. Mary Wahu
12. Sarah Wambui
13. Lorraine Fletcher
14. Mitchell Achieng
15. Queen Latifa
16. Sharly Sheril
17. Mitchell Odiri
18. Rihanna Weid
19. Mercy Akoth
20. Faith Cheptoo
21. MwanaHamisi Abdi
22. Asha Shauri
23. Olivia Rose
24. Ruth Mwende
25. Sabina Dali
26. Purity Njoki
27. Elizabeth Buchete
28. Natasha Kinya
29. Margret Wanjiku
30. Abigail Warigia
31. Sherry Murugi
32. Andy Carol
33. Irine Adhiambo
34. Cate Winslet
35. Sandra Awuor
Boys’ Provisional Squad
36. Samuel Everson
37. Lincoln Mwangi
38. Maurice Wanda
39. Tinto Kibura
40. Sonathan Neema
41. Cliff Ikonya
42. Ferdinand Odhiambo
43. Ramwel Odhiambo
44. Dennis Ochieng
45. Geoffrey Mwangi
46. Tuju Wilson
47. Lessly Sahenyi
48. Walter Wanjala
49. Chris Ouma
50. Isaac Otieno
51. Ryan Neville
52. Dancun Otieno
53. George Gitungo
54. Antony Nganga
55. Allan Nganga
56. Alex Tito
57. Erick Gitau
58. Duncun Musamia
59. Charles Ochieng
60. Danson Musami
61. Misheck Murage
62. Tobjus Murithii
63. Maxwell Wafula
64. Benjamin Oluoch
65. Isaac Igecha
66. Castro Machoyo
67. Victor Mutugi
68. Joseph Khalid
69. Robin Kimamo
70. Baraka Gichora
71. Walcott Munene
72. Louis Mokaya
73. Moran Muita
74. Hasan Hamisi
75. Bwajuwa Hamisi
76. Protus Mutiso
77. Ramadhan Dalu
78. Andrew John
79. Cecil Stephen
80. Emmanuel Hamston
81. Grevin Davis
82. Bravin Onyango
83. Ryan Enrique
84. David Okoth
85. Chrispine Mageto
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