WHAT IT MEANS TO WIN: 7s players tell us in their own words about their historic feat in Singapore

Andrew Amonde
Position: Forward (Captain)
Club: KCB
Quote: "It has not been an easy job, but we dedicate this historic victory to the former players who started this journey. I wish they were here to celebrate it with us. Our focus now shifts to the Olympics."

Collins Injera
Position: Utility back
Club: Mwamba RFC
Quote: "It was a happy moment and I think it's after Wanyama's try that I knew we had it. People might say I am five tries away from breaking the record, but for now the ultimate goal is the Olympics and hopefully the tries will just come. We won it for everyone who was involved in the team from former to current players and the fans.

Humphrey Khayange
Position: Forward
Club: Mwamba RFC
Quote: "Great determination, defence and that belief in players did wonders for us. We just believed in what we were doing. This is now a chance for us to prove to the world what we are made of."

William Ambaka
Position: Utility player
Club: Kenya Harlequin
Quote: "Third time in the dream team and then we win the Cup, that shows our hard work is paying off.It is just an amazing feeling because we defended and attacked very well."

Oscar Ayodi
Position: Utility back
Club: Homeboyz RFC
Quote: "We've come very far.We've been challenging for this Cup for 17 years and winning it now is amazing. We thank God for everything, He has been faithful to us. I am glad to have won the Impact player award."

Nelson Oyoo
Position: Winger
Club: Nakuru RFC
Quote: "Ooh!What a special way to make my IRB Series debut. It was the proudest moment in my life and scoring in the final against the 'mighty' Fiji made it even memorable. Although we won, humility counted a lot and I am looking forward to scoring more tries."

Samuel Oliech
Position: Utility back
Club: Impala RFC
Quote: "It's still unbelievable. But we are very proud of ourselves for what we have achieved."

Frank Wanyama
Position: Forward
Club: Kenya Harlequin FC
Quote: "I count myself blessed because there are guys in the team who have waited for ten years for this trophy, but for me this is my second leg and I already have the Cup. Fiji are known as comeback kings but we contained them. It is the blend of experienced and young players that won us the Cup."

Augustine Lugonzo
Position: Half back
Club: Homeboyz RFC
Quote: "This is something we have been waiting for 17 years and the hard work we have put in has come to pay. We thank God for rewarding us."

Robert Aringo
Position: Forward
Club: Impala RFC
Quote: "Winning a Cup is what every player dreams of. We saw it coming actually, from the quarters we could see the pysche and energy within players."

Alvin Otieno
Position: Utility Back
Club: Homeboyz RFC
Quote: "Having won the Cup on my first IRB series appearance, I just but consider myself lucky to be part of this historic team and its achievement."

Samuel Motari
Position: Back
Club: Impala RFC
Quote: "It's an exhilarating feeling to be part of this great team. I can't even explain it. The belief is in with us now expect more from us."

Benjamin Ayimba
Position:Head Coach
Quote: "I lost to Fiji in my playing time and it was good to beat them in the final.I have always believed that we will one day win the tournament and I think this was the time."

Paul Murunga
Position: Deputy Coach
Quote: "We had not beaten France, Argentina and Fiji this season, but doing it in Singapore was special."

 

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