KCB Rugby co-captain Brian Wahinya says his team is determined to build on the momentum drawn from their recent Embu 7s triumph, and deliver another strong performance at the weekend’s Christie Sevens at RFUEA Grounds.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsWahinya, speaking on the eve of the National Sevens circuit season-ender, says the Bankers will draw on their win last weekend to wrap up what should be an overall title defense for KCB.##NAJAVA_MECA_9952648##“Winning Embu 7s gave us a lot of confidence, especially after a tough final against Kabras, but we know Christie 7s will be a completely different challenge,” the former KU Blak Blad player said. “Every team will be giving their all in the final leg, so we have to remain focused and disciplined. The National Sevens Circuit title would mean a lot to the team, the club and our supporters, and so our focus is on putting in the performances required to retain the title.”Andrew Amonde Christie 7s game plan without Ultimate Sevens starsThe Bankers head into the decisive weekend sitting at the summit of the National Sevens Circuit standings with 98 points, putting them in a strong position as they seek to successfully defend the overall title they won last year.KCB has been drawn in Pool A alongside Kenya Harlequin, Club Afrique and Kenyatta University's Blak Blad, setting the stage for another competitive outing as the race for the circuit reaches its climax.Why Christie 7s age grade category has been scrappedThe Andrew Amonde-coached side has enjoyed a strong and consistent campaign, reaching the final in every tournament they have contested this season.KCB won the Prinsloo 7s, Kabeberi 7s and, most recently, the Embu 7s last weekend, where they edged rivals Kabras Rugby 12-10 in a thrilling final.Why 14 Kenyan players will miss out on inaugural Ultimate 7sThe team also finished fifth at the Dala 7s and second at the Driftwood 7s, underlining its consistency throughout the six-leg circuit.“We have had a good campaign, and the consistency the players have shown throughout the circuit has put us in a strong position heading into the final leg,” KCB Rugby 7s Assistant Coach Denis Mwanja said. “However, we know that the job is not done. Christie 7s presents another important challenge, and our focus is to take each match as it comes, execute our game plan, and give ourselves the best opportunity to defend both the tournament and the overall circuit title.”
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