Isaac Juma cheers the crowds during Cleo Malala supercup held in Mumias sports Complex on December 31, 2021. Juma was found dead today morning with several stabs. [Mumo Munuve, Standard]

"This victory is a great motivation to our youthful team. We are looking forward to retaining the title in the next edition," said Kidundu captain Mohammed Said.

After scouting defender Jack Oluoch in the past tournament, Nzoia Sugar FC chairman Evans Kadenge couldn't afford to miss Thursday's finals. The match was also graced by Harambee Stars Josephat Murila, George Sunguti.

"Tournaments like this give young players a chance to showcase their talent," said Kadenge.

"For your information, it's from this tournament that I scouted our defender Jack Oluoch and a number of Premier League clubs like Police have also benefited from it. We are already in talks with a few players who impressed in this year's tournament."

Ake was named the best player of the tournament, Sportive's Benson Kamalik won the golden boot award after scoring 12 goals while Kidundu's Ian Dancan was the best goalkeeper.