Rugby Fever Grips Trans Nzoia as County 7s Pools Unveiled
The pools promise fireworks, fierce rivalries, and thrilling school pride as sixteen of the region’s best school rugby teams prepare to battle for county glory and a ticket to the regional stage.
Excitement builds as Trans Nzoia County Rugby 7s pools are unveiled ahead of the KSSSA County Games set for June 19th at St. Patrick’s Makunga grounds. Photo/Mahlon Lichuma.
By Mahlon Lichuma
Rugby fans are in for a treat this week as the stage is set for the much-anticipated Trans Nzoia County Rugby 7s, with pools officially unveiled ahead of the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) County Games slated for June 19th at the historic St. Patrick’s Makunga grounds.
The pools promise fireworks, fierce rivalries, and thrilling school pride as sixteen of the region’s best school rugby teams prepare to battle for county glory and a ticket to the regional stage.
Topping the headlines is Pool D, where National champions Friends School Bwake are the team to watch. After storming the national stage last season, Bwake returns with a target on their back as they face determined challengers Maziwa Secondary and Rafiki Secondary. For Bwake, it’s not just about winning—it’s about proving that last year’s crown was no fluke.
Pool A brings together an exciting mix of speed and strategy, with Linyu Secondary, Mubere Secondary, and rugby giants St. Anthony’s Boys squaring off in what is already being dubbed the “Pool of Grit.” With St. Anthony’s known for their physicality and Mubere’s flair, anything can happen.
In Pool B, Sinoko Secondary, Kabuyefwe Secondary, and Matubei Secondary will battle it out in what looks like the most balanced group. With each team having a history of upsetting big names, this pool could produce the tournament’s dark horse.
Meanwhile, Pool C offers a local derby flavor with hosts Makunga High locking horns with St. Joseph’s Boys and Kapsara Secondary. Playing on home turf, Makunga High are banking on fan support to give them the edge.
With pride, passion, and bragging rights on the line, June 19th can’t come soon enough. One thing’s for sure—when the whistle blows at St. Patrick’s Makunga, only the toughest will rise.
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