The Kenya Lionesses have unveiled their squad for the upcoming Rugby Africa Women’s Cup as they prepare to battle the continent’s top sides in a crucial tournament that doubles up as a pathway to global qualification opportunities.
Leading the forwards unit is captain Natasha Emali, who will provide leadership upfront alongside Jane Chanya, Jacenta Musakali, Sheila Wesa and Valentine Otieno. The pack also includes Naomi Muhanji, Knight Otwoma, Phoebe Otieno, Charity Oteng’o, Naomi Jelagat, Edith Sitati and Nelly Chikombe among others.
In the backs division, Judith Auma has been named captain and will spearhead a talented attacking lineup that features Edith Nariaka, Maureen Muritu, Faith Livoi and Janet Okello. Speedster Angel Salamba, Yvette Okech, Stella Wafula, Freshia Oduor, Tracey Montex and Sinaida Mokaya also make the cut.
The Lionesses will open their campaign against rivals Uganda on Saturday 23rd at RFUEA grounds, Nairobi.
Kenya Lionesses Squad
Forwards:
Jane Chanya, Jacenta Musakali, Natasha Emali (c), Sheila Wesa, Valentine Otieno, Naomi Muhanji, Knight Otwoma, Phoebe Otieno, Charity Oteng’o, Naomi Jelagat, Edith Sitati, Nelly Chikombe, Naomi Amuguni, Sheila Chajira, Maria Gorette, Atieno Awuor, Marvel Oswago.
Backs:
Judith Auma (c), Edith Nariaka, Maureen Muritu, Faith Livoi, Janet Okello, Angel Salamba, Yvette Okech, Stella Wafula, Freshia Oduor, Tracey Montex, Sinaida Mokaya.
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