Victor Mola on reason for Strathmore Leos' impressive National 7s Circuit form
Reading Time: 3min | Mon. 11.08.25. | 18:03
The Strathmore University rugby side have graced the final of each leg of the National Sevens Circuit so far
Strathmore Leos have been the team to watch in this year’s National Sevens Circuit. The Willis Ojal-coached side have so far delivered a string of performances that have left fans buzzing.
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Their resurgence began at the inaugural Ruff n Tuff 7s in July, where they stunned Mwamba RFC 21-5 to lift the title. That early triumph set the tone for what has been a standout campaign.
The Leos opened the circuit with a statement-making run to the Driftwood 7s final, narrowly losing 15-14 to KCB Rugby on Sunday, 27 July.
That loss stung, and it showed in their next outing; the Prinsloo 7s in Nakuru, where the students roared back to defend their title with a commanding 26-7 victory over the Bankers on Sunday, 3 August.
It was in Nakuru that 21-year-old sensation Victor Mola lit up the tournament, walking away with Player of the Final, Top Try Scorer, and Top Point Scorer honours.
He scored eight tries and amassed 40 points in total, becoming only the second player to sweep all three accolades in one leg of the circuit, after KCB’s Floyd Wabwire achieved the same in the opening leg.
Speaking to Mozzart Sport, the youngster noted that unity within the squad has been the driving force behind their impressive performance so far.
The inspiring form, however, came eight months after he returned to the pitch, having suffered injuries to both ankles.
He made his return to action on Saturday, 18 January, during their 15-8 loss to South Coast Pirates in Diani. That match marked the first Kenya Cup victory for the Pirates.
“I think what made the difference for us was how we worked together as a unit. Everyone had their specific role and responsibilities, but we trusted each other completely to deliver.
That belief in one another kept us going even in the toughest moments. At the end of the day, I have to give all the credit to the team for making it happen,” he offered.
Mola was in Nakuru to play his part and help Strathmore Leos avenge their narrow loss to KCB in Mombasa. He never imagined he would be singled out for individual glory.
“It was such an incredible and uplifting feeling. Honestly, I didn’t expect anything like that to happen, so it caught me completely by surprise. In that moment, I could only thank God,” he averred.
The youngster is clear on his philosophy, on and off the pitch.
“My goal has always been to be a better version of myself than I was yesterday. I believe that small, consistent improvements over time make the biggest difference.
As for everything else, I’m not stressing too much, it will all fall into place when the time is right,” he said.
But how does he balance rugby and his classwork?
“The secret lies in remembering that there is always life after rugby. The sport is a big part of who I am, but I know education will carry me even further.
That’s why I try my absolute best to put the same level of energy, focus, and discipline into my studies as I do on the field. It’s about giving both areas of my life the respect and dedication they deserve,” he revealed.
Some of his rugby highlights so far include being part of the Kenya Rugby League National Team, which made its international debut with a 26-6 loss to Ghana in the Mid-East Rugby League Championship semi-final played at the Legon Stadium, University of Accra, Ghana back in 2018.
He was also on duty with Chipu during the U20 Barthes Cup as well as the World Rugby U20 Trophy.
In the latter, Chipu settled for sixth place after losing 64-10 to U20 Barthes Cup defending champions Zimbabwe Junior Sables.
He debuted for Kenya Morans in 2024 ahead of the Rugby Africa 7s in Mauritius, where they finished fifth.
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