Preparation for the inaugural Gusii Sevens in top gear

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Preparations are in top gear ahead of the inaugural Gusii Sevens rugby tournament slated for Easter weekend at Gusii Stadium.

Sixteen teams have already confirmed their participation in the tournament.

Hosts Kisii RFC and Kisumu RFC are among the 12 men’s teams that will battle for the Sh 1M prize money in the two day’s tournament that has attracted four women’s teams.

The vast Kisii region will produce eight men’s teams, while four guest teams will come from Nairobi.

The tournament which will be graced by a top artist during a concert night on April 21 is geared towards sensitising youths on HIV and AIDs, drugs and substance abuse.

According to the tournament’s director Benjamin Ayimba, who is a former Kenya Sevens coach, they are confident of staging a successful tournament.

“We chose Kisii because it’s untapped area.

“Apart from talent scouting and growing the game, our main aim is to create and raise awareness about HIV/AIDs.” Ayimba told The Standard Sports.