Vancouver 7s: Kabras duo Jackson Siketa and Jone Kubu earn Shujaa call up
Rugby
By
Washington Onyango
| Feb 14, 2025
Kabras Sugar RFC teenage sensation Jackson Siketa has earned a spot in the team together with his club mate and Fijian-born star Jone Kubu replacing Benson Salem (Nondescripts RFC) and Festus Shiasi (KCB Rugby).
Wambua is pleased with the inclusion of the duo saying they will help them improve in their performance. The pair is set to make their HSBC Sevens World Series in Canada.
Shujaa have been drawn in Group A against Argentina, France (the reigning Paris Olympics champions), and Great Britain.
"This group is brimming with energy. The past week in camp has been incredibly intense, with every player putting up a compelling case for selection. This competitiveness has significantly elevated our training standards, refining our game-specific blocks," Wambua told KRU media.
"We fell short of a quarter-final spot in Perth by a mere eight points. This time, we have meticulously fine-tuned our approach, emphasising game management, especially in those crucial final three minutes. Our set-piece execution and both attacking and defensive frameworks have also been sharpened to ensure a more clinical performance."
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Speaking about the departure of Salem who has joined paid ranks abroad, Wambua said: "We extend our best wishes to Salem as he embarks on this new chapter. His exit has paved the way for Siketi, a young player with a remarkable skill set and a keen understanding of the game. His diligence has rightfully earned him this call-up.
"Kubu, on the other hand, is a phenomenal all-rounder, blessed with an extraordinary 'X-factor' that can dismantle defensive structures at will. His training performances have been exemplary, and I have no doubt that both debutants will inject an invaluable spark as we pursue our top-eight objective."
Shujaa Squad
1.George Ooro
2. Samuel Asati
3. Kevin Wekesa
4. Vincent Onyala
5. Dennis Abukuse
6. William Mwanji
7. Antony Omondi
8. Brian Tanga
9. Nygel Amaitsa
10. Patrick Odongo
11. Floyd Wabwire
12. Jone Kubu *
13. Jackson Siketi *