Mwamba RFC demonstrated their squad depth and resilience to overcome the absence of several key players and defeat Quins Queens 20-8 in a closely contested final. The victory saw them clinch their fifth consecutive Impala Floodlights title.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe victory capped a successful October for the Kenya Cup defending champions, despite having to cope without influential players Faith Livoi, Naomi Amuguni and Sinaida Nyachio, among others.Head coach Paul Murunga turned to his squad players, handing opportunities to emerging talents and players who stepped up to fill the gaps left by the absent stars.Dakar Olympics: Rising Lionesses book place in rugby sevens final against AustraliaFive players from Mbagathi- Celestine Achieng, Sylvia Kerubo, Esther Vigeshi, Lucy Kemuma and Mariam Nafula- featured for the side, while Branice Mideva, Mary Mwende and Ann Akinyi, who joined the team from Nakuru, also made their contributions.Despite the changes, Mwamba showed their championship pedigree to rally from behind and secure another piece of silverware.Quins Queens started brightly, taking control of the opening exchanges and putting the defending champions under early pressure.##NAJAVA_MECA_10088105##Milkah Chitechi made no mistake from the penalty spot to hand her side the lead before speedster Deleon Indombo crossed the whitewash for a try to extend their advantage.Mwamba, however, refused to let the contest slip away. They responded before the break, forcing Quins into an infringement that allowed Diana Omosso to slot home a penalty and reduce the deficit heading into halftime.The second half was a different affair as Mwamba returned with renewed intensity and gradually took control of proceedings.Boost for Kenya Lionesses as KRU announces new player welfare planThe impact of the players introduced from the bench proved decisive, with the defending champions raising their tempo, piling pressure on Quins and eventually turning the contest in their favour to seal a 20-8 victory.Murunga credited his team's depth and experience for making the difference in a final that he believes is fast becoming one of the biggest rivalries in Kenyan women's rugby."The final on Saturday was tough. I think Mwamba versus Quins has become a real derby in Kenyan women's rugby. ##NAJAVA_MECA_10088119##Quins were ahead at some point, but we managed to score a try and level the game. Thanks to the depth we had on the bench, we were able to make the difference. Our experience also came in handy," he said.The coach was delighted to add another Floodlights crown to Mwamba's growing collection, highlighting the team's remarkable consistency over the past five seasons."It is a good feeling to win another title with the ladies' team, especially another Floodlights crown. We have now gone five seasons unbeaten, and we are also five-time Kenya Cup champions. It is a great achievement," he added.Injera hilariously revisits unfulfilled Prado promise after historic Singapore 7s triumphBeyond the latest triumph, Murunga believes the team's ability to integrate young players into the senior setup is an important part of building a sustainable squad.With several established players still away on national team duty, the coach has been forced to look towards the next generation, including youngsters who have transitioned straight from high school."We have introduced some young players into the team. Remember, some of our players are still with the national team, so we brought in junior players straight from high school, and they are coping well," Murunga explained.##NAJAVA_MECA_10088120##He noted that developing squad depth remains a priority as Mwamba shifts focus towards the upcoming Kenya Cup campaign, where they will be looking to maintain their impressive standards."We are looking to build depth and ensure that we are well prepared as we head into the season. It is encouraging to see the young players stepping up and adapting to the team.It was a good win and a good final for the ladies. It can only get better from here. We are very happy with the team and the progress they are making," he concluded.Former Kenya International on why Shujaa performs better than Kenya Simbas