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16 Sep

Kenya Harlequins Clinch Victory in 2nd Edition of SportPesa National 7s Circuit

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Kenya Harlequins RFC emerged as the overall champions of the 2nd edition of the SportPesa National 7s Circuit, which concluded with the Prinsloo 7s at the Nakuru Athletic Club on Sunday. The Harlequins dominated the circuit, securing the top spot with 110 points. Kabras Sugar followed closely with 105 points, while former champions KCB finished in third place with 94 points. The Kenya Harlequins were awarded Sh300,000 as the top prize after a decisive 35-7 victory over Nakuru RFC in the finals. Their journey to the top included a notable win against Nondies in the main cup quarterfinals. Kenya Harlequins…

16 Sep

KCB RFC Focus on Fifteens After Coming Third in Sevens

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KCB RFC has shifted its focus to the fifteens version of the game expected to kick off in November after finishing third overall at the concluded 2024 National Sevens Circuit in Nakuru. The Andrew Amonde-led side managed to garner 94 points. They finished ninth at the Prinsloo Sevens after seeing off varsity lads Daystar Falcons 38-0 to stamp their authority in the Challenger Cup. Speaking after the event, coach Andrew Amonde said: “We had to dig deep on the second day after not playing well on the first day. Big up to the boys who stepped up and showed the…

15 Jul

Strathmore Leo crowned 2024 Embu 7s champions

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Strathmore Leos are the 2024 Embu7s champions, making it three years in a row. They defended the title after securing a 19-5 win over Catholic Monks in the final clash. Kabete Stallions settled for a bronze medal after beating Rugby On The Road winning 19-12 while hosts Embu Dragons beat AP warriors 22-0 to win Plate trophy. Head Coach for Strathmore leo Willis Ojal noted that it was not easy to defend the cup noting of defensive errors that he seeks to adress in the next games of the circuit. KRFUA Director Moses Mukabane urged counties to create more sporting…

07 Jul

Preparations for Embu Rugby Sevens Tournament in Full Swing

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Preparations for this year’s Embu Rugby Sevens Tournament, set to be held from July 12 to 14 at Moi Stadium, are in full swing. The organizers, Embu Rugby Football Club, are working diligently to ensure the grounds and all necessary installations are ready for the event. Bosire Abija, the club chairperson, announced that the competition will commence with the Under-18 contest, commonly known as the age-grade group, on Friday. This day is designed to be a family fun day with no gate charges for spectators. So far, 16 clubs have confirmed their participation, including prominent teams like Impala, Strathmore, Zetech,…

28 Jun

Nigeria Rugby Federation Signs Multi -Year Partnership with Flovale Consulting

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Ahead of the kickoff of the Africa Rugby Sevens tournament in Mauritius, the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has taken a significant step in repositioning rugby in the country by signing a three-year partnership deal with Flovale Consulting. The partnership will enable Flovale Consulting to create a dedicated channel and focus efforts on making rugby one of the most popular sports in Nigeria, while also promoting the development of both body and mind. This collaboration aims to lay a strong foundation for the future growth of Nigerian rugby. "We are passionate about developing rugby as a government agency responsible for…

26 Jun

Siya Kolisi To Retain Springbok Captaincy

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Two-time Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok captain Siya Kolisi will retain the captain’s armband when the world champions return to the field in the Castle Lager Incoming Series, which kicks off against Ireland in Pretoria on Saturday, 6 July, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus announced on Wednesday. Erasmus confirmed that Kolisi, who is based overseas with French club Racing 92, will again lead the team, ending speculation that Kolisi could be replaced by a locally-based Bok captain. Kolisi guided the Springboks to Rugby World Cup glory in 2019 in Japan and 2023 in France. “Siya will be the captain and will again…

25 Jun

Mouloudia d’Oujda (MCO) win 2023-2024 Senior Throne Cup

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The Mouloudia d’Oujda (MCO) has triumphed in the 2024 Senior Throne Cup, marking a historic milestone in Moroccan rugby. The final, held in the vibrant atmosphere of Ait Melloul - Agadir Stadium on Saturday, June 22, 2024, was a thrilling encounter between two stalwarts of Moroccan rugby: the Club Olympique Casablancais (COC) and Mouloudia d’Oujda. In a match filled with intensity and emotion, spectators were on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. Despite a valiant effort from COC, MCO emerged victorious with a hard-fought 16-11 scoreline. This remarkable achievement not only secures Oujda’s title defense but also…

23 Jun

Warriors shock Bulls to clinch Vodacom United Rugby Championship Title

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The Glasgow Warriors delivered an impressive, polished second-half performance to clinch the Vodacom United Rugby Championship with a pulsating 21-16 triumph over the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday evening. The Vodacom Bulls led 13-7 at halftime after both sides managed to score a converted try, with fly half Johan Goosen's two successful penalty goals separating the teams at the break. However, the Warriors successfully turned things around in the second half to score two more converted tries and then showed true warrior spirit in defence to restrict the Bulls to just one penalty goal in a second period…

23 Jun

Blitzboks to face Uganda in repechage quarter-final

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The Springbok Sevens team completed a successful pool stage of their World Rugby Sevens Repechage tournament in Monaco on Saturday, finishing top of Pool A with victories over Tonga (31-7) and Chile (26-7) after defeating Mexico (44-0) on Friday, and will now face Uganda at 11h31 (SA time) on Sunday in the quarter-final. The Monaco winner will qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Springbok Sevens interim Head Coach, Philip Snyman, praised his troops after the three wins, saying that an important first hurdle was crossed. "We needed to top the pool and to do so, we needed to play…