All Saints Embu have been named the 2024 School Team of the Year at the Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).
The Embu-based side made history last year by clinching their maiden KSSSA National 15s rugby title during the National Championships held in the Eastern Region, defeating Butula Boys in a tightly contested final.
They went on to secure the East African 15s title for the first time in their history, edging out defending champions St Mary’s Kisubi 9-3 in the final played in Uganda in August 2024.
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All Saints beat strong competition from Vihiga High School, who made history of their own by winning the 2024 East African 7s title after a thrilling victory over Bwake Boys.
Their impressive campaign was guided by head coach Benson Mwenda, who was deservedly named the 2024 Boys’ School Coach of the Year.
All Saints Embu become the second consecutive rugby team to scoop the prestigious SOYA school award, following in the footsteps of 2023 winners Koyonzo High School.
