Butula Boys, Ruthimitu Secondary, Ready To Conquer East Africa
The line-up of the Butula High School rugby 15s team has been honed in preparation for the East Africa Secondary School Games, which commence this weekend in Huye, Rwanda.
Shimenga stated that his players have competed against the best high school and club teams in the nation, and he believes they are now in a position to win their first championship.
“We have competed against the best during our preparation, and based on what I’ve heard, the boys will be a different team than the one that won the national championship because they have vastly improved their defense, which was our greatest obstacle, so they are prepared,” Shimenga said.
Butula, who defeated All Saints from the eastern region 38-0 in the national finals, is one of three teams that will represent Kenya in the sport, along with All Saints and St Antony Kitale. Butula is aware that All Saints and St Antony Kitale will pose a significant threat, but he is determined to overcome it.
“They are good teams that should not be underestimated because they played well in the nationals, and I am sure they will be even better in Rwanda,” Shimenga said. “However, we will take each game as it comes and not look down on any opponent.”
The veteran strategist who led St Peters Mumias to the inaugural East Africa sevens championship in 2016 is also wary of the threat posed by teams from Rwanda and Uganda, including Namuliango college and London College.
“We recognize that they are formidable opponents, but fear is not in our DNA. We are going for the championship and are determined to win the trophy,” the veteran coach told Citizen Digital.
The games will continue from August 19 to August 27.
Ruthimitu Secondary
After winning the national championship, the head coach of the volleyball team at Ruthimitu Secondary School, Gideon Njine, says his squad is eager to capture the East African title.
Despite not being among the favorites, the newly crowned national volleyball champions are not resting on their laurels after winning the title.
Ruthimitu, who won the national championship in a five-set thriller against Andersen (25-21, 15-25, 26-24, 20-25, 15-19), will renew rivalries with Namwela and Tumaini in Rwanda, with Andersen pursuing revenge.
After missing the journey to Tanzania last year by a hair’s breadth, Njine believes his squad is ready to reign supreme at the East Africa Games on their debut.
“We are prepared for our local and international opponents. The Kenyan final was difficult, and we anticipate the same in Rwanda.
Nine stated, “We are preparing for the competition, and I am confident that we will win.”
After winning the national championship with Tetu High School as a player and coach in 2004, Njine is seeking his first regional championship.
The coach is confident that the team will be in excellent shape when the championships begin, having identified services, blocks, and the backcourt as specific areas for improvement.
“We are aware of our assets and weaknesses and are working to improve them. Njine stated, “We want to be at the top of our game because we know that teams from other countries will be coming after us and our regional rivals.”
Ruthimitu will attempt to lead the Kenyan squad in defending the title after Cheptil defeated Standard High School of Uganda 3-1 to win it last year.
The regional games will be held in Huye, Rwanda, on September 19th.
Butula Boys, Ruthimitu Secondary Ready To Conquer East Africa