This archive report was first published on 25 November 2019.
Kenya's handball team is gearing up for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics continental qualifiers, set to take place in Tunisia from January 15 to 25. The team, led by head coach Peter Mwathi, has been named, with several new faces included.
Among the new additions are Titus Kipruto and Allan Simiyu, who have been outstanding in the Kenya Handball Federation National League. Kipruto plays for Kenyatta University, while Simiyu turns out for Strathmore University.
"I have been watching the two players feature for their respective clubs and they deserve a call up to the national team. They are young and promising players with potential of doing great in future assignments and I saw it fit to give them a chance," said Mwathi, who doubles up as Strathmore University coach.
The team will face Egypt, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Guinea in Pool 'A'. Kenya begins their campaign against DRC on January 16, before facing Egypt a day later. They complete their pool matches with a tie against Guinea on January 18.
The 26-man squad includes Nicholas Ndochi, Martin Nguli, Morgan Wamalwa, Paul Ondara, Teddy Sidai, Allan Simiyu, Rashid Ingwela, Kevin Obungha, Maxwel Munene, Simon Mutuku, Jackson Maloba, Victor Otuoma, William Malui, Thodosia Songoro, Nicholas Okoro, Timothy Kirimi, Clinton Michael, Chris Miyiende, Elvis Otieno, Nicholas Otieno, Nicholas Ireri, Gideon Mulwa, Tyrus Omondi, Brian Mathews, Celestine Okoyana, and Titus Kipruto.
