‘There is pressure’ – AFC Leopards coach admits feeling Mashemeji derby heat, laments challenging conditions

AFC Leopards coach Tomas Trucha has admitted feeling the pressure ahead of this weekend’s Mashemeji derby against Gor Mahia while lamenting the challenges his team is facing. AFC Leopards coach Tomas Trucha admits he is feeling the pressure following his team’s recent poor run of form as they look forward to this weekend’s Mashemeji derby….

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‘This is not my last chance’- Beaten but not out ex-Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs vows to come back stronger

Tokyo 2020 Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs is determined to reclaim his place among the world’s best sprinters on the back of an underwhelming campaign at the Paris 2024 Games. Tokyo 2020 Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs has reaffirmed his ability to compete with the world’s elite despite a challenging campaign at the Paris 2024 Games. Jacobs,…

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‘We close the circle’- Tennis legend Rafael Nadal thrilled to end illustrious career at the same event where he suffered first defeat

Decorated tennis legend Rafael Nadal expressed satisfaction with going full circle and ending his illustrious career at the Davis Cup, the same event where he suffered his first defeat. The tennis world witnessed an emotional farewell on November 19 as Rafael Nadal, one of the sport’s greatest icons, played the final match of his illustrious…

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‘The fear is gone’- Kenya national women’s handball coach hails well gelled squad ahead of African Championships showdown

The team is poised for showdown in the African Championship in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Kenya National Women’s Handball team is gearing up for the African Championships, which will run from November 27 to December 7 in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Coach Victor Ochieng has credited experienced players in the squad…

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World half marathon champion Sabastian Sawe to lead Kenyan quartet against star-studded Ethiopian lineup at Valencia Marathon

The debuting quartet of Sebastian Sawe, Daniel Mateiko, Mathew Kimeli, and Hillary Kipkoech will attempt to challenge the Ethiopian dominance at the Valencia Marathon The Kenyan athletics scene will once again be in the spotlight as four formidable runners Sebastian Sawe, Daniel Mateiko, Mathew Kimeli, and Hillary Kipkoech gear up to challenge Ethiopia’s dominance at…

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Nairobi City Thunder out to strike historic BAL ticket amid uncertainty over Elite 16 qualification date

Nairobi Thunder have cast their their sights on sealing a first-ever Basketball Africa League ticket but uncertainity over dates for qualifiers is hampering their preparations. Kenya’s Nairobi City Thunder only have eyes for the 2025 Basketball Africa League (BAL) with the local league second on their list of priorities. Thunder are preparing for the qualification…

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Lack of fighting spirit, creativity & more: Five key takeaways from Harambee Stars’ 0-0 draw with Namibia’s Brave Warriors

Five things learnt from Kenya’s inspirited 0-0 draw with Namibia in their dead-rubber AFCON 2025 qualifier. Kenya’s Harambee Stars closed their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification campaign with a lackluster 0-0 draw against Namibia at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa.  With both teams already eliminated, the match reflected the struggles…

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