Kisumu RFC have strengthened their squad with the acquisition of Barry Opondo from Kenya Cup side Nakuru RFC during the recently concluded transfer window.
Opondo, a dynamic back rower who has previously featured for Nakuru RFC in the National 7s Circuit, joins the Kisumu-based side ahead of the upcoming sevens and 15s campaign.
Kisumu RFC new signing
A 2017 National 15s Schools Champion with Kakamega School, Opondo also played a key role in leading Egerton Wasps to the 2020 KRU Championship playoffs against Mean Machine.
Kisumu RFC new signing Barry Opondo in a past event. PHOTO/Barry Opondo/Instagram
In addition, prop Felix Omondi, who had been on loan from Nakuru RFC, has extended his stay at Kisumu RFC, signing a new deal with the Howard Okwemba-coached outfit.
Kisumu RFC have also retained the services of David Williams from Kenya Cup champions Kabras RFC. Free agent Robert Murunga will also remain at the club for the new season.
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The club is optimistic that the new additions will bolster their performance in both the 7s and 15s formats.
The signings come just weeks after Kisumu RFC announced a major sponsorship and media partnership package ahead of the 2025/26 rugby season.
Kisumu RFC sponsorship
In a colourful ceremony held at a Kisumu hotel in June, the club unveiled Homeland Itoya Events as a key sponsor in a deal valued at Ksh 2 million.
Kisumu RFC also received a financial boost of Ksh 1 million from Orare, Olendo, and Samba Advocates. Additionally, the club confirmed Urban Radio as its official media partner for the upcoming season.
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