Menengai Oilers 7s coach Geoffrey Ominde has made four changes to his squad ahead of the Prinsloo 7s tournament set to take place at Nakuru Athletic Club.
New signing Philip Okeyo, who recently joined from Nakuru RFC, is set to feature and reunite with his brother John Okoth, who returns for his first appearance of the season after national duty with the Kenya Simbas.
Menengai Oilers changes
Also included in the squad are Stephen Arunga and Eric Ogutu, as Ominde injects fresh energy into the side.
Denis Abukuse continues to lead the team, with Samuel Mwaura, Daniel Chirchir, Anthony Owino, Fortune Arturo, Beldad Ogeta, and Glacious Owino all retained from the previous outing.
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The Oilers are pooled in Pool B, where they will renew their rivalry with Strathmore Leos, the Driftwood 7s finalists and defending Prinsloo 7s champions.
They will also face Daystar Falcons and Zetech Oaks in what promises to be a thrilling group.
Menengai Oilers Full Squad:
- Calvin Malewa
- Stephen Arunga
- Denis Abukuse (Captain)
- John Okoth
- Anthony Owino
- Fortune Arturo
- Glacious Owino
- Eric Ogutu
- Samuel Mwaura
- Philip Okeyo*
- Daniel Chirchir
- Alvin Khavoli
- Beldad Ogeta
