Menengai Oilers, KCB and Strathmore Leos sail through Kabeberi 7s quarters
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By
Washington Onyango
| Aug 24, 2024
Dala Sevens silver medalists Menengai Oilers, Strathmore University Leos, and defending champions KCB, made a strong statement at the Kabeberi Sevens, securing their places in the quarterfinals after a dominant day one at the RFUEA Grounds.
Menengai Oilers, a team in fine form, secured their quarterfinal berth in style. They recorded the highest scoreline of the day with a 43-0 thrashing of the Stallions, followed by a 43-7 victory over Kisumu.
The Oilers' attacking prowess and fluid gameplay make them a formidable opponent heading into the knockout stages as they boast of Olympians Dennis Abukuse and John Okoth alongside Kenya Simbas hard-hitting Beldad Ogeta.
Strathmore University Leos, meanwhile, delivered one of the day's standout performances by stunning Kabras Sugar, the reigning Dala Sevens and Christie Sevens champions, with a thrilling 22-17 victory.
The Leos, known for their fast-paced and strategic play, proved they are a force to be reckoned with as they dismantled Kabras Sugar's defense with clinical execution and composure under pressure.
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They further cemented their credentials with a 24-0 triumph over Nakuru, ensuring their passage to the quarterfinals.
Defending champions KCB RFC also made their presence felt, asserting their dominance with a comprehensive 39-0 demolition of Mount Kenya University. The Bankers followed this up with a solid 25-9 win over Mwamba, demonstrating their intent to retain the title.
KCB's consistency and depth have been key to their success, and they will undoubtedly be the team to beat as the tournament progresses.
As the Kabeberi Sevens heads into the quarterfinals, the competition intensifies, with all eyes on MMUST, Strathmore Leos, KCB, and Menengai Oilers.
Kabeberi Sevens Results
Nakuru 21-14 Impala
Kabras Sugar 17-22 Strathmore Leos
Catholic Monks 10-0 Kisumu
Menengai Oilers 43-0 Stallions
Nondescripts 26-14 Blak Blad
Kenya Harlequin 17-7 Daystar Falcons
KCB 39-0 Mount Kenya University
Mwamba 7-10 MMUST
Menengai Oilers 43-7 Kisumu
KCB 25-9 Mwamba
Catholic Monks 19-17 Stallions
Nondescripts 7-24 Daystar Falcons
Kenya Harlequin 24-19 Blak Blad
Kabras Sugar 31-7 Impala
Strathmore Leos 24-0 Nakuru
MMMUST 22-0 Mount Kenya University