Kisumu RFC have added two additional players to their roster in a crucial move to enhance their team as they prepare for this year, following recent acquisition of five loan players from Kabras RFC.
In a move to bolster the team Kisumu have acquired Michael Olale from Western Bulls and ex Western Bulls Robert Awich as a free agent, both players are locks with Awich having also featured for Nakuru RFC, he brings valuable experience to the team.
Kisumu RFC fortunes
Their addition is expected to strengthen Kisumu’s second row as the team aims to improve its fortunes after struggling at the bottom of the 2024/2025 Kenya Cup season standings.
Kisumu RFC had earlier confirmed the arrival of Felix Omondi, a prop from Nakuru RFC who joins on loan, and David Williams, a National 7s Circuit winner who returns after a loan spell at Kenya Harlequin.
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The team also secured five loan signings from Kabras RFC: Gibson Perez, Warren Kamadi, Duncan Shigali, Branton Lusisa and Darrell Omondi.
Habil Malika, a former Kisumu RFC player who had previously announced his exit after one season, will also return to the club.
The club is optimistic that the new players will contribute to improving their position in the Kenya Cup standings and steer clear of relegation.
