Balancing the demands of top-flight rugby as a player while helping shape the next generation from the sidelines is no easy task. However, KCB Rugby back-rower Bramwel Kilwake has found a formula that works.The dynamic flanker, who featured for KCB in the 2025/26 Kenya Cup final against Kabras Sugar on Saturday, 9 May, is also the forwards and defence coach at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) Cougars, a role he has embraced while still actively playing at the highest level.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907034##Kilwake was part of the technical bench that guided JKUAT Cougars to a historic milestone on 18 April, when they stunned Homeboyz RFC 40-9 to secure promotion to the Kenya Cup for the first time in the club's history.The achievement held special significance for Kilwake, who previously studied at JKUAT before joining KCB. Rather than cutting ties with his former institution, he returned to contribute from the touchline under head coach Smith Muhoya.Shabana new signing reveals why he returned to KenyaIn an interview with Mozzart Sport, Kilwake noted that the dual responsibility requires careful planning, which has now become second nature."It all comes down to managing my time well. At JKUAT, we have clear structures in place, and I work closely with Coach Smith, so we complement each other. My main responsibilities are with the forwards and defence," he said.Kilwake revealed that he has a strict weekly routine that allows him to give both roles the attention they deserve."Mondays are dedicated to JKUAT, while from Tuesday to Thursday, I focus on my own training with KCB," he continued.Leopards down KCCA at Nyayo in pre-season friendlyHe explained that much of the coaching groundwork is laid long before the competitive season begins, allowing the university side to maintain continuity even when he is unavailable."Most of the work at JKUAT is done during the pre-season. That's when I put in the extra effort to ensure all our structures and systems are in place. Once the season starts, it's mainly about fine-tuning.That's why one session a week is usually enough. The players already know what is expected because we've gone through everything in detail during pre-season. When I'm not around, they follow the plan we've put in place and run the sessions independently," he disclosed.Government issues update on construction of Moi Stadium, KisumuWhile Kilwake remains fully focused on his playing career, coaching has already become an important part of his rugby journey, and he admits it is something he sees himself pursuing more seriously in the future."I haven't really thought about it in depth yet, but I genuinely enjoy teaching. I especially love working with children.When I eventually retire many years from now, I might start by coaching at the age-group or high school level. Coaching young players teaches you a lot, helps you grow as a coach, and gives you the experience to move up through the ranks. It's definitely something that's in my plans, although it's not my main focus right now," he concluded.Gor Mahia, Tusker renew rivalry in FKF Super Cup showdown