Menengai Oilers powerful lock Ibrahim Ayoo has set his sights on reaching 200 appearances for the club after achieving a major personal milestone of 100 matches in the 15s game.The powerful forward marked his centurion during the Impala Floodlights Plate final on Saturday, 31 October, in a memorable moment that celebrated his seven-year association with the Oilers.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAhead of Oilers' clash against Kenyatta University's Blak Blad, Ayoo walked onto the pitch alone as fans applauded him for reaching the milestone. His teammates later joined him in a heartwarming show of appreciation, making the occasion even more special.KRU confirms Jerome Paarwater's exit as Simbas head coachReflecting on the achievement, the lock described Oilers as his home, revealing that he has never represented another club since joining the side in 2019."100th appearance for the club feels really special. Oilers is my hybrid club; I have never played for another team, so this is a big one for me. Hopefully, we get to 200," Ayoo said.The forward admitted that his solo walk onto the pitch was an emotional experience, considering the journey he has shared with the club over the years.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101972##"Walking to the pitch alone on Saturday was a great feeling for me because I have never experienced any other club. This has been my home since 2019, seven years down the line, still grinding, and more years to come," he added.For Ayoo, the journey has been characterised by valuable lessons."Lots of good lessons, and keeping in the fight; some we will win, others we lose, but what matters is that we keep in the fight," he reflected.Andrew Amonde praises Patrice Agunda for remarkable rebuild at QuinsDespite reaching the century mark, the experienced forward was quick to dismiss any thoughts of hanging up his boots, insisting that he still has plenty to offer the club."I am not retiring anytime soon," he declared.His milestone also attracted congratulatory messages from players across the Kenya Cup fraternity.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101973##Kabras RFC forward Kevin Wekesa praised Ayoo's consistency, describing seven years of service to one club as an achievement that deserves recognition."Congratulations to you on 100 15s matches for the club. It is not an easy feat. Seven years doing something consistently is not for everyone. It shows the consistency and the gentlemanliness that the boy has. We are brother teams, and we send our congratulations. We know it is a big day for you. Enjoy,” Wekesa said.Dennis Ombachi offers solution to Kenya Sevens player contracts standoffStrathmore Leos player Gabby Ayimba also joined in celebrating the Oilers forward, although he jokingly suggested that the milestone could signal the beginning of retirement."Congratulations, my brother, on 100 caps. We honour you. Keep giving back to society. I think now you're headed to retirement," Ayimba joked.Meanwhile, Oilers teammate Destrious Ifedha expressed his admiration for Ayoo and backed him to reach the next milestone.##NAJAVA_MECA_10101976##"Congratulations, Ayoo. It feels great always playing with you. Hopefully, you get to the 200 mark," Ifedha said.
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