Kenya Lionesses head coach Dennis Mwanja has named his squad for the Los Angeles 7s, set to take place at Dignity Park on 3-4 May.
Naomi Amuguni misses out on the final squad, but there is a reintroduction of Faith Livoi, who returns after missing the Poland trip, having featured earlier in the South African legs.
Edith Nariaka also makes a comeback after sitting out the Challenger Series, where Kenya emerged champions.
The Lionesses, crowned 2025 HSBC Challenger Series champions, have been in camp at the Sadili Oval over the past week, fine-tuning their preparations.
They are drawn in Pool A alongside Brazil, Spain, and Colombia.
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Speaking on the team’s selection and preparation, coach Dennis Mwanja said:
“Camp was great, and we had ample time to polish up on our game details. The selection of the final traveling 13 players was tough and tricky as all players brought their A-game throughout camp. We are happy for Edith, who has been impressive in training all season. We look forward to her performance in LA.”
Mwanja added: “All pools are tricky, but we will navigate ours cautiously. The teams can be plucky as everyone is chasing core status, but we find comfort in our systems, the momentum we have, and the hunger to win. We can’t be counted out of the party.”
Kenya Lionesses Squad for LA 7s:
- Grace Okulu (Nakuru RFC) – Captain
- Sheila Chajira (Impala Roans) – Co-Captain
- Judith Okumu (Impala Roans)
- Stellah Wafula (Impala Roans)
- Sinaida Nyachio (Mwamba RFC)
- Freshia Oduor
- Sharon Auma (Impala Roans)
- Moreen Muritu
- Diana Ochieng (Impala Roans)
- Christabel Lindo (Impala Roans)
- Edith Nariaka (Mwamba RFC)
- Phoebe Otieno (Northern Suburbs)
- Faith Livoi (Mwamba RFC)
