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Blak Blad Rugby Club have been dealt a major blow ahead of the new season after head coach Bernard Rotich Kibet left the varsity side to join KCB Rugby.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsRotich’s departure brings an end to a 15-year association with Blak Blad and comes on the back of the club’s most successful Kenya Cup campaign to date.Kenyan rugby star makes long-awaited debut in CanadaThe tactician guided Blak Blad to the Kenya Cup playoffs during the 2025/26 season before leading them to their maiden semi-final appearance, marking a historic milestone for the club.The achievement capped a transformative period under Rotich, who helped establish Blak Blad as a competitive force in the top flight.##NAJAVA_MECA_9915540##In a farewell message shared by Blak Blad, Rotich first joined the club as a player, spending about four to five years on the field before eventually returning in a coaching capacity.He took up coaching duties at the club in September 2019 and went on to play ..

Kenya Sevens international Dennis Abukuse made his long-awaited debut in Canada after featuring for British Columbia-based Westshore RFC during the 2026 Westshore 7s tournament.Abukuse announced his arrival impressively, scoring a try as Westshore reached the semi-finals of the tournament held on Saturday, 22 August at the Juan de Fuca playing fields in Colwood, British Columbia.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Kenyan speedster played a key role in Westshore’s run to the last four before the hosts were knocked out by eventual champions UVic Vikes. The Vikes went on to defeat the Pacific Warriors in the final to claim the senior men’s premier title.##NAJAVA_MECA_9915626##Abukuse’s debut marks the beginning of a new chapter in his career after securing a move to Canada and joining Westshore RFC.The move has also reunited him with fellow Kenyans Brian Ndirangu, William Mwanji, Jeff Oluoch, Johnstone Olindi and Alvin Otieno, who are part of the Westshore setup as the club co..

KCB Rugby head coach Andrew Amonde has revealed that securing his family’s welfare made it an easy decision to remain with the Bankers after his exit from the Kenya Sevens technical bench.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsAmonde confirmed that he is no longer part of Shujaa’s coaching setup after receiving a termination letter dated August 9, ending his Kenya Sevens stint under head coach Kevin Wambua.While the contents of the letter remain confidential, reliable sources indicate that the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) invoked a clause in his contract barring national team coaches from simultaneously holding coaching roles at club level. Shujaa centre relishes chance to test himself alongside new teammates at Ultimate 7sAmonde had been serving as KCB RFC head coach while also working with Shujaa alongside Wambua and assistant coach Louis Kisia.The former Kenya Sevens captain admitted the news hit him hard, revealing that he broke down in tears after receiving the letter before findi..

Nakuru RFC and Kenya Sevens centre Chrissant Ojwang is looking forward to stepping outside the familiar environment of the national team when he features in the inaugural Ultimate 7s next month.For Ojwang, the tournament presents a rare opportunity to learn from new teammates and broaden his understanding of the game.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsOjwang is among 10 Shujaa players included in the Kenyan contingent selected for the franchise-based competition, which will bring together more than 120 players from across the world, including Olympians, established HSBC SVNS stars, and emerging talents.Speaking to Mozzart Sport, Ojwang noted that the invitation caps a season in which he has enjoyed consistent game time, while remaining injury-free.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907022##”It has been a good year despite the ups and downs. The most important thing is to stay in the right frame of mind, remain physically fit, and be ready to play. Thankfully, I have managed to stay injury-free, so..

KCB Rugby head coach Andrew Amonde says he is proud of the effort his team put in at the weekend’s Driftwood 7s in Mombasa, but needs a quick rebound if they are to defend the National Sevens Circuit title won last season.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe Bankers on Sunday, 23 August, finished second at the Driftwood leg, falling 15-5 to rivals Kabras in a heated final at Mombasa Sports Club.Kabras claim Driftwood Sevens title following sweet revenge over bitter rivalThe defeat saw KCB’s gap at the top of the leaderboard reduced to just three points, thanks to Kabras’ 22-point haul that solidified their second place on the log with 73 points.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907055##Speaking at the end of a rather edgy weekend for KCB, former Kenya Sevens star Amonde said: “It was a competitive weekend, and I am proud of the fight and commitment the boys showed, especially in the knockout stages. Of course, we wanted to win the final, but there are positives we can take from our performance…

Kabras RFC exacted revenge on KCB Rugby in emphatic fashion, defeating the Bankers 15-5 to clinch the Driftwood 7s title at Mombasa Sports Club on Sunday, 23 August.The victory marked Kabras’ first win over KCB in this year’s National 7s Circuit, having suffered a 19-12 defeat to the Bankers in the Prinsloo 7s final and a 12-7 loss in the Kabeberi 7s pool stage.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Driftwood final was a repeat of the Prinsloo 7s decider, but Kabras ensured there would be no repeat of the previous outcome.KCB started brightly, with Kabras initially struggling to find their rhythm. Jackson Siketi attempted a kick-and-chase, but the ball went out, handing possession to the Bankers.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907055##KCB were unable to capitalise, however, after Samuel Asati knocked on. Kabras regained possession but quickly returned the favour when Michael Lukusi was unable to hold onto a pass.Griffin Chao then attempted to break through but was tackled and lost the ball, be..

Kabras RFC will have a chance to avenge their Prinsloo 7s final defeat when they face KCB Rugby in the Driftwood 7s final after both sides won their respective semifinals on Sunday, 23 August at the Mombasa Sports Club.The final will be a repeat of the Prinsloo 7s decider, where KCB edged Kabras 19-12 to lift the title.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsKabras booked their place in the final with a commanding 19-0 victory over Daystar Falcons, keeping the university side scoreless throughout the contest.The Falcons came close to opening the scoring in a closely contested opening spell, but Kabras’ defence stood firm. Once the Sugarmen gained possession, they made it count, with Brian Mutua crossing for the opening try between the posts. ##NAJAVA_MECA_907055##Rayvon Ambale added the conversion to put Kabras 7-0 ahead.Kabras continued to build momentum and soon doubled their advantage when Ambale went over in the right corner. The conversion was unsuccessful, leaving the Sugarme..

NYS Spades booked a historic maiden National 7s Circuit Division One quarterfinal appearance after an impressive day one showing at the Driftwood 7s in Mombasa on Saturday, 22 August.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsThe Spades defied heavy rains and silenced their doubters at Mombasa Sports Club, winning two of their three Pool D matches to secure their place in the final eight.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907090##The rain poured heavily throughout much of the day, at one point making visibility difficult, before finally subsiding as the final round of pool matches got underway.Spades opened their campaign with a 5-5 draw against Mwamba RFC before producing one of the day’s biggest upsets, stunning Strathmore Leos 15-12. They completed their pool campaign with a narrow 7-5 victory over Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) Rugby to seal their historic qualification.KCB dealt Driftwood Sevens blow after key player lands Monaco Rugby Sevens gigSpeaking to Mozzart Sport ..

The 2026 National 7s Circuit shifts to the Kenyan coast this weekend for the fourth leg, the Driftwood 7s, with teams converging at the Mombasa Sports Club from Saturday, 22 to Sunday, 23 August in what is expected to be another fiercely contested round of action.Download our MozzartSport App For More NewsWith the circuit beginning to take shape, every point will matter in the race for the overall title.Beyond the prize money, however, this year’s Driftwood 7s offers an added incentive, with the champions earning flights back home courtesy of a local aviation sponsor.##NAJAVA_MECA_9907472##Pool A: Kabras out to bounce backPool A pits together Kabras RFC, Kenya Harlequin, Nondescripts RFC and hosts MSC Rugby.Kabras arrive in Mombasa determined to erase the disappointment of last weekend after failing to reach the Kabeberi 7s semifinals, despite having won the Dala 7s only a fortnight earlier.Coach Ntabeni Dukisa has strengthened his squad with the return of youngsters Jackson Siketi and..

Kenya Simbas backrower Bethuel Anami has opened up on why he believes it is becoming increasingly difficult for Kenyan rugby players to secure opportunities with clubs abroad despite the country’s rich pool of talent.The former Kenya Sevens international, who recently returned home after spending close to four seasons in France, says the lack of player representation and limited exposure in the 15-a-side game continue to hinder local players from making the leap to professional rugby overseas.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsAnami, who featured for French Federal 2 side Maisons-Laffitte, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, and Poissy (MLSGP) after an earlier stint with Stade Caennais RC, believes stronger links between Kenyan rugby and overseas clubs would significantly improve players’ chances of landing professional contracts.”You will find that with rugby, we do not have that agency trying to help players get clubs abroad. That is the main problem, in terms of people to help us but we..