This archive report was first published on 20 August 2021.
On Sunday, the RFUEA Grounds will host the Kenya Rugby Union's (KRU) women's 15s franchise tournament, featuring four teams in a highly anticipated event.
Shibli, the women's U20 team, will be making their debut in the tournament, which is being built as a feeder team for the senior national women's 15s team as Kenya targets qualifying for the next Rugby World Cup.
According to KRU, Shibli will feature 27 players recently selected by the union's Regional Development Officers across the country.
Coast, Central, and Nyanza regions have produced three players each, while Nairobi, Western, and Rift Valley regions have produced six players each.
The selection of the players was spearheaded by KRU's Development Coordinator Ronald Okoth and former Shujaa and Chipu coach Paul Murunga.
For Ndovu, Kifaru, and Nyati, this tournament is set to help them prepare for the upcoming 15s franchise league scheduled to kick off later this year.
Ndovu comprises of players from Nakuru, Kisumu Dolphins, Bomet University, UOE, and Western Spear, while Nyati franchise consists of players from Impala, Ruckit RFC, Twiga RPS, Kitengela Sharks, and Silver Springs.
Kifaru franchise consists of players from Northern Suburbs, Mwamba, Shamas, and Bladbabes.
Published on August 20, 2021
