Dennis Oliech teams up with sports NGO to inspire next football generation

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FOOTBALL Dennis Oliech teams up with sports NGO to inspire next football generation

Festus Chuma 16:07 - 19.10.2023

Dennis Oliech and Beyond Hoops join forces for Dare To Dream Festival, a life-changing event for Dagoretti's young athletes.

Beyond Hoops, a prominent non-governmental sports organization, has teamed up with legendary retired Harambee Stars forward Dennis 'The Menace' Oliech, along with the Dagoretti Sports fraternity, to launch the highly anticipated Dare To Dream Festival 2023.

Set to take place this Saturday, October 21, 2023, at the Riruta Stadium in Dagoretti South, Dagoretti Constituency, this one-day extravaganza promises to be a game-changer for aspiring young athletes from the area and beyond.

The Dare To Dream Festival 2023 is not your typical sports event as it is a platform dedicated to nurturing, inspiring, and empowering youth from diverse backgrounds, transcending societal boundaries.

Beyond Hoops CEO James Kamau expressed the organization's mission succinctly."We want to change the lives of these young boys and girls from Dagoretti area and plan to do it all across the country," he said.

The festival will be more than just a day of athletic competition as it is a chance for the youth of Dagoretti to step onto the path of success. The highlight of the event is the selection of Dagoretti's All-Star Teams for both boys and girls in football.

These talented players will have the unique opportunity to participate in the Africa Connect International Trials Showcase, scheduled for December this year at the prestigious Lenana School.

Scholarships that will enable these young footballers to pursue their education while honing their skills on the fields of the USA.

Dennis Oliech, former captain of the Harambee Stars and a legend in Kenyan football, is excited to lend his support to the initiative.

"I am happy to partner with Beyond Hoops Africa to help youths from Dagoretti live their dreams. I made it from Dagoretti, and I will guide them and make sure they also get to play football in Europe and the USA," he said,

But the Dare To Dream Festival 2023 is not limited to just football. It showcases a diverse array of sports disciplines, including basketball, freestyle football, Esports, and spoken word. This inclusivity ensures that every young talent, irrespective of their interest, has an opportunity to shine.

"We aim to teach our youth valuable life lessons, guiding them away from crime and drug abuse while empowering them through sports and creative arts," Kamau emphasized.

As the sun sets on this day of dreams, the festival will culminate with an award ceremony, where Dennis Oliech will receive the prestigious Dare To Dream Lifetime Achievement Award.

This recognition celebrates his exemplary career, both at the club and national levels, and his tireless dedication to the sport that has made him an inspiration to countless young football enthusiasts.