Wambua names 35-man squad for Africa Sevens

Kenya Sevens players train at RFUEA ahead of a past World Rugby Sevens Series.[Jonah Onyango,Standard]

The Kenya Rugby Union has named a 35-man provisional Kenya men's sevens squad ahead of the Rugby Africa 7s taking place in Harare, Zimbabwe on September 16th.

This year's tournament doubles up as the African Qualification Tournament for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Shujaa have been grouped in Group B alongside Zambia, Namibia and Nigeria.

Group A features South Africa, Madagascar, Tunisia and Ivory Coast with Group C comprising of Uganda, hosts Zimbabwe, Burkina Faso and Algeria.

The tournament will be coach Kelvin Wambua's first major assignment as a sevens coach. The youthful tactician replaced Damian McGrath, who was shown the door last month.

KRU boss Sasha Mutai stated that they have complete trust in coach Kevin Wambua and his group, who have displayed remarkable commitment and competence in their specific areas.

"With their knowledge and the steadfast backing of our supporters, we are assured that our team will bring honor to our country as they work towards achievements on the global platform," Mutai said.

Rising star Kevin Wekesa leads the Kabras Sugar contingent which consists of Brian Tanga, William Muhanji and Lamech Ambetsa.

Kenya 7s Provisional Squad:

Brian Tanga, Kevin Wekesa, William Mwanjii, Lamech Ambesta (Kabras Sugar), George Ooro, Barnabas Owuor, Brunson Madigu, Nigel Amaitsa, Victor Odhiambo (Strathmore Leos), Austin Sikutwa, Vincent Onyala, Elvis Olukusi, Samuel Asati, Festus Shiasi (KCB), Samuel Ovwamu, Floyd Wabwire, Patrick Odongo (Daystar Falcons), Brian Mutugi, Stephen Sikuta, Ronnie Omondi, Tony Omondi, Daniel Taabu, Billy Odhiambo (Mwamba), John Okoth, Beldad Ogeta, Steve Arunga, Dennis Abukuse (Menengai Oilers), Felix Makokha, Herman Humwa, Amon Wamalwa, Paul Mutsami, David Mwangi (Kenya Harlequin), Chrisant Ojwang (Nakuru), Fidens Tony (Nondescripts), Brian Mutua (Homeboyz)