Upper Hill High School have reclaimed the KSSSA National 15s Rugby title after edging Kisii School 13-8 in the final played at Mamboleo Stadium on Saturday.
The victory ended an eight-year wait for the title, with Upper Hill last crowned champions in 2018. This triumph marks their second national title, achieved in impressive fashion after going unbeaten throughout the tournament.
Shakur Nyongesa was named the Most Valuable Player of the competition following his standout performances.
Kisii School, the defending East Africa champions, fell short in a tightly contested final, marking their second consecutive appearance in the championship match.
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In the girls’ category, Kinale Secondary School clinched the title with a 23-5 victory over St Joseph’s Kitale in the final. Diana Wanjiku was named the Most Valuable Player.
St Mary’s Yala secured third place after a 21-5 win against Kakamega School in the playoff.
