Whenever Paul Murunga takes charge of a team, success rarely stays far behind.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsFrom leading Kenya Harlequins to the 2024 National Sevens Circuit title to guiding Mwamba RFC back to the Kenya Cup and a podium finish at the recently concluded Dala 7s, Pau has built a reputation as one of Kenya's most accomplished rugby coaches.His latest achievement came in Kisumu over the weekend, where Mwamba finished third at the Dala 7s after defeating Kenya Harlequin in the third-place playoff. KSSSA: Rugby sevens quarters set as basketball 3×3 semis confirmed at National GamesThe result marked significant progress for a youthful side that had failed to make the quarterfinals at the opening leg of the circuit, the Prinsloo 7s, just a week earlier.The turnaround follows another milestone earlier this year when Pau steered Mwamba to promotion back to the Kenya Cup after just one season in the Championship.Reflecting on the consistency that has defined his coaching career, the gaffer believes his greatest strength lies in understanding the intricacies of the shortened format and giving young players the confidence to express themselves.##NAJAVA_MECA_9878441##"I have mastered the game. I have been in the field for a long time now, especially when it comes to 7s. Of course, winning at the highest level in terms of Shujaa and winning most of the legs. I am the coach who has won most of the legs from Homeboyz time, Quins time, to now Mwamba. I have most legs and most series," Pau told Mozzart Sport.For the experienced tactician, success is not only about tactics but also about decision-making and building belief within the squad.Why talented Kabras RFC youngster will miss the Barthes Cup"It is just mastering the game and making the right choices without fear and making sure that you encourage the young guys to play well, and they step into the game knowing that they are able. That confidence is very key so that players can believe in themselves,” he said.That philosophy has become evident at Mwamba, where the coach has overseen the rapid development of a young squad that continues to exceed expectations."This team has not won any of the major trophies in recent years. We started building from the Championship, and now into the 7s circuit, and going forward, the future is bright for these young guys. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9878538##Hopefully they will also be picked to represent the country and play well in the near future," he added.Pau's impressive résumé explains why results continue to follow him wherever he goes.He first made his mark at Homeboyz Rugby Club, serving as assistant coach between 2009 and 2011 before taking over as head coach until 2018. Kabras youngster Rayvon Ambale recounts six-month injury battle after dream returnDuring that period, he guided the club to multiple National Sevens Circuit titles while establishing himself as one of the country's finest sevens tacticians.His influence extended beyond club rugby, with coaching roles across Kenya's Under-18, Under-19 and Under-20 national teams between 2012 and 2014. In 2014, he joined the Kenya Simbas technical bench as assistant coach before becoming Kenya Sevens development coach from 2015 to 2016.##NAJAVA_MECA_9878611##He was part of the coaching staff that helped Shujaa win the historic Singapore Sevens title in 2016, Kenya's first-ever World Rugby Sevens Series Cup triumph.Pau later served as Kenya Sevens head coach between 2018 and 2020 before embarking on another rebuilding project at Kenya Harlequin in 2022.His spell at Quins proved equally successful. Appointed head coach in May 2022, he guided the club back to the summit of Kenyan sevens by winning the 2024 National Sevens Circuit title alongside Driftwood 7s, Kakamega 7s and the Mwamba Cup. Former Shujaa captain Oscar Juma sets condition for retirement from rugbyHis contributions earned him the Kenya Harlequin Spirit of Rugby Shield during the club's 2023 annual dinner.Away from the trophies, Murunga also focused on long-term development by spearheading the launch of the club's women's team and introducing age-grade rugby programs to strengthen the talent pipeline.He also served as Kenya Lionesses head coach between 2023 and 2024, further underlining his versatility across both the men's and women's game.##NAJAVA_MECA_9878646##Backed by World Rugby Level I and II coaching qualifications, strength and conditioning certification, and match officiating credentials, Murunga continues to combine technical expertise with player development.