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Mwanja unveils the 30-woman Lionesses squad, including four new players who were not part of the Rugby Women's Africa Cup campaign in May for the WXV3 Dubai tournament.
Kenya Lionesses head coach Dennis Mwanja has named the squad that will be taking part in the inaugural WXV3 tournament which will take place in Dubai from 13th to 28th October.
This announcement has attracted significant attention from rugby enthusiasts, as the team gears up for the much-anticipated competition.
The former Shujaa captain has opted to retain a majority of the squad that took part in their two pivotal warm-up matches held in South Africa earlier this month, with four players who made their debuts in the invitational included in the traveling squad.
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Eight of the players that took part in the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup have been left out for the trip to Dubai, including Sheila Chajira, who captained the side to second place behind winners South Africa.
Grace Adhiambo, Jean Bisela, Maureen Muritu, Stellah Wafula and Sinaida Mokaya failed to make the cut, while Bernadette Olesia sadly passed away in August after a short illness.
“We are looking at taking a game at a time. This is unchartered territory for the Lionesses but we are happy to roll with the punches and take in the experience. We are quietly confident, we are happy about the upcoming period of activity, ” Mwanja said back in September.
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This squad is not only a blend of individual talents but also a testament to the rigorous training and development programs that have been put in place to nurture rugby talent in Kenya
As the Kenya Lionesses prepare to embark on their journey to Dubai for the Rugby WXV3, the entire nation stands behind them, hoping for a strong performance and memorable moments on the rugby field.
The squad’s dedication and passion for the sport have already inspired fans across the country, and as they take on some of the world’s best teams, there’s no doubt that Kenya will be well represented with pride, honor, and fierce determination.
Kenya Lionesses squad:
Enid Ouma (Captain), Rose Otieno, Knight Otwoma, Natasha Emali , Faith Livoi, Diana Kemunto, , Naomi Jelagat, Winnie Owino, Ann Goretti, Angel Charity Juma, Laureen Akoth, Freshia Awino, Priscah Nyerere , Naomi Amuguni ,Esther Juma, Diana Omoso, Naomi Muhanji, Evelyne Kalemera, Mercy Migongo, Stacy Atieno, Michele Akinyi, Edith Naliaka, Jiveti Daisy Osore, Lewin Amazimbi, Valentine Otieno, Maureen Chebet, Grace Okulu, Judith Okumu, Phoebe Ouma, Terry Ayiesa, Sharon Ouma.
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05:32 - 29.09.2023
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The dreadlocked playmaker had an impressive 2023 National Sevens Circuit which saw the Bankers clinch the overall title.
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