Ulinzi Starlets head coach Collins Ochieng has been promoted from Senior Sergeant (SSGT) to Warrant Officer Class II (WOII) in the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF).Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsThe promotion is a recognition of his service in the military alongside his work in football, where he has established himself as one of the leading coaches in the FKF Women Premier League.##NAJAVA_MECA_10087375##A Warrant Officer Class II is a senior non-commissioned officer rank in the KDF, carrying significant responsibility in maintaining discipline, standards, and training within military units.Ulinzi Starlets confirmed Ochieng’s promotion on Thursday, 5 November, through their social media platforms, congratulating their head coach on the achievement.“Ulinzi Starlets FC congratulates Head Coach Collins Oduor on his well-deserved promotion from Senior Sergeant (SSGT) to Warrant Officer Class II (WOII).This milestone reflects your dedication, discipline, exemplary service, and commitment to excellence. May your new rank bring greater responsibility, continued success, and honour in service to the Nation,” the club posted.FKFWPL: Trinity Starlets coach wary of Shabana ahead of first meetingOchieng, a former Kahawa United head coach, was appointed to the Ulinzi Starlets hot seat in January 2025, replacing Stephen Ocholla following a difficult spell for the military outfit.He guided the team to a second-place finish in the 2025/26 season despite losing several key players who had joined military training.His impact has been even more evident this season, with Ulinzi Starlets winning all their opening six matches to sit top of the FKF Women Premier League table on 18 points.Belgian-Kenyan forward Divock Origi trades football boots for fashionThey hold a three-point advantage over defending champions Kenya Police Bullets, whom they defeated 1-0 in their most recent outing.The military promotion comes at a time when Ochieng is also enjoying success on the touchline, with Ulinzi Starlets firmly in the title race as they seek to end Police Bullets’ dominance.
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