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Andrew Amonde

Also known as: Coach Amonde

Head coach of KCB Rugby Club in the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, leading them to their sixth national sevens title.

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Standard

    … The six-leg series will run until September, making every point important in the battle for the overall title.KCB head coach Andrew Amonde believes his players are ready to respond.“We know what is expected of us at Kabeberi. …

    KCB chasing Kabeberi 7s history
  3. The Standard

    … We move to the knockouts now, eying to get to the finals and try and defend our title,” said KCB coach Andrew Amonde. …

    Oilers, Kabras and defending champs KCB glide into Dala 7s quarter
  4. The Standard

    … Fellow Kenya international David Nyangige, who crossed over from Impala Rugby Club, is also expected to make his first appearance for the Bankers.KCB head coach Andrew Amonde said winning the opening leg was only the beginning of their journey. …

    Champs KCB eye glory as Dala 7s action kicks-off
  5. July 2026
  6. The Standard

    … Fellow Kenya international David Nyangige, who moved from Impala Rugby Club before the start of the season, is also in line for his first appearance in KCB colours.Head coach Andrew Amonde believes his side has made a good start but insists there is still plenty of work to do if …

    KCB eye back-to-back Dala 7s victory in Kisumu
  7. Citizen Digital

    … Coached by Andrew Amonde, KCB began the knockout stage with a dominant 19-0 victory over hosts Nakuru RFC, popularly known as Wanyore, in the quarterfinals before defeating Ngong Road rivals Kenya Harlequin 24-12 in an entertaining semifinal to book a place in the final against K …

    KCB crowned 2026 Prinsloo Sevens champions after beating Kabras Sugar
  8. Citizen Digital

    KCB fired up Prinsloo Sevens, says coach Amonde By Citizen Reporter July 23, 2026 11:03 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter KCB Rugby's Elvis Olukusi charges forward during the Cup final against KU Blak Blad at …

    KCB fired up Prinsloo Sevens, says coach Amonde
  9. Citizen Digital

    Coach Amonde: KCB ready for National Sevens Circuit By Angel Shantel July 13, 2026 02:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter KCB RFC's Samuel Asati In action against Kenya Harlequins at Driftwood7s in Mombasa. …

    Coach Amonde: KCB ready for National Sevens Circuit
  10. Citizen Digital

    … We are confident they will integrate well with the existing team and help us compete for honours this season,” observed KCB Rugby Head Coach Andrew Amonde. …

    KCB Rugby Club bolsters squad ahead of 7s Circuit
  11. The Standard

    … C, fly-half/fullback Benson Kihiti from Kenya Prisons, tight-head prop Collins Ngoko from MMUST Rugby, lock David Nyangige from Impala RFC, who can also play scrum-half and fly-half, and versatile forward Innocent Indeche Murunda from Kisumu RFC.KCB rugby head coach Andrew Amonde …

    Shujaa star Amaitsa joins KCB as bankers' boost squad ahead of new campaign
  12. May 2026
  13. Citizen Digital

    … On the other side KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde acknowledged that his youthful side had shown tremendous spirit but ultimately lacked the experience required to overcome the serial champions. …

    Kabras coach Katywa credits experience for Kenya Cup win

Friday 18 September

  1. KCB invests 5.5 million shillings in rugby 7s circuit infrastructure

    KCB injected over Kshs. 2.5 million directly into host clubs and Kshs. 3 million in on-ground activations during the 2026 National 7s Circuit season, strengthening the rugby ecosystem beyond player competition.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. KCB wins record sixth national sevens rugby title

    KCB Rugby Club secured the Sportpesa National Sevens Circuit title despite finishing third at the Christie Sevens final leg, extending their record to six national sevens championships. Their consistency across the season's six legs proved decisive as they finished ahead of Kabras Sugar, with coach Andrew Amonde crediting the victory to consistency, determination, and character.

    15 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. KCB rugby team to miss five star players at Christie Sevens

    KCB RFC will be without captain Vincent Onyala, George Oroo, Festus Shiasi, Nigel Amaitsa, and Samuel Asati for the Christie Sevens in Nairobi this weekend, as the five players head to Wales for the inaugural Ultimate Sevens Championship in Cardiff. The absence provides head coach Andrew Amonde an opportunity to use second-string players while pursuing the Christie Sevens and National Sevens Circuit titles.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 4 September

  1. KCB seeks Embu 7s victory to strengthen national title bid

    KCB Rugby leads the National Sevens Circuit with 76 points ahead of the Embu 7s this weekend, the penultimate leg of the 2026 season. Coach Andrew Amonde aims to turn a second-place finish at the Driftwood 7s into a tournament victory that could put the team in a commanding position before the final Christie Sevens.

    4 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 3 September

  1. KCB target Embu 7s glory in penultimate circuit leg

    KCB Rugby heads to the Embu 7s this weekend as the national sevens circuit enters its fifth leg, with the bankers sitting atop the standings on 76 points and two legs remaining. The Andrew Amonde-coached side will face Mombasa Rugby, KU Blak Blad and Kisumu Rugby in Pool A as they seek to retain their national sevens crown.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 31 August

  1. Wamoto tips KCB for national sevens title this year

    Kibabii University rugby head coach Peter Wamoto has backed KCB RFC to win this year's National Sevens Circuit title, citing the experience of their Shujaa players, though he warned against overlooking Kabras RFC, who beat KCB in the Driftwood Sevens final in Mombasa.

    31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 24 August

  1. KCB attributes Kabras defeat to key player absences

    KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde blamed the absence of top scorer Floyd Wabwire, influential forward Elvis Olukusi, Nygel Amaitsa, and Bob Muhati for their loss to Kabras Sugar in the Driftwood 7s final in Mombasa. Amonde expects all four players to return for the next circuit leg in Embu.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 20 August

  1. KCB Rugby coach Amonde focuses on club after Shujaa exit

    Kenya Rugby Union terminated Andrew Amonde's contract as a strength and conditioning coach with Kenya Sevens, citing a contractual clause preventing national team coaches from holding similar positions at club level. Amonde, now focused on his role with KCB Rugby, said he will not dispute the dismissal and intends to give the club his full attention.

    20 August 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 16 August

  1. Coach Amonde exits Kenya Sevens, focuses on KCB RFC role

    KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde has confirmed his departure from the Kenya Sevens (Shujaa) technical setup following the Kenya Rugby Union's decision to terminate his appointment. The KRU cited a contractual clause barring national team coaches from holding similar coaching positions at club level.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 15 August

  1. Oilers, KCB, Kabras Sugar advance to Kabeberi Sevens quarters

    Menengai Oilers, KCB Rugby, Kabras Sugar and Mwamba RFC qualified for the quarter-finals of the Kabeberi Sevens after winning both their opening matches at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi under the new two-round format of the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit.

    15 August 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 14 August

  1. KCB seeks sixth straight Kabeberi Sevens title

    KCB Rugby aim to bounce back at this weekend's Kabeberi Sevens, chasing a record sixth consecutive title despite finishing second in the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit standings with 35 points. They face Kaberas Sugar, who lead the circuit with 41 points, in Pool D.

    14 August 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 2 August

  1. Oilers, Kabras, KCB advance to Dala Sevens quarter-finals

    Menengai Oilers, Kabras Sugar and defending champions KCB advanced to the quarter-finals of the Dala Sevens rugby tournament at Mamboleo Stadium by dominating their preliminary matches. Oilers defeated Kenya Harlequin 17-0, Blak Blad 14-5 and Mombasa Sports Club 26-0, while Kabras Sugar beat Strathmore Leos 33-10 and Embu 52-0, and KCB edged out Impala 36-5 and Zetech University 43-12.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 1 August

  1. KCB defend Dala 7s title in Kisumu tournament

    Defending champions KCB Rugby Club head into this weekend's Dala 7s at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo as the favorites after winning the opening leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit in Nakuru. The Bankers are chasing back-to-back victories and will feature new signings including Kenyan international Nygel Amaitsa from Strathmore Leos.

    1 August 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 31 July

  1. KCB seeks back-to-back Dala 7s title in Kisumu tournament

    Defending Dala 7s champions KCB Rugby Club will compete in the second leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit on Saturday at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu, after winning the opening Prinsloo Sevens tournament in Nakuru.

    31 July 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 26 July

  1. KCB wins 2026 Prinsloo Sevens rugby tournament

    KCB Rugby Club defeated Kabras Sugar 19-12 in the final at Nakuru Athletics Club to win the 2026 Prinsloo Sevens tournament, completing an unbeaten weekend and opening the National Sevens Circuit title defence with an impressive performance.

    26 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 23 July

  1. KCB Rugby aims to win Prinsloo Sevens title defence

    Defending National Sevens Circuit champions KCB Rugby will compete at the Prinsloo 7s in Nakuru this weekend, aiming to improve on last season's runners-up finish. Head coach Andrew Amonde said the team has prepared well in pre-season and is focused on starting the campaign positively.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 13 July

  1. KCB RFC wins Juja 7s, ready for National Sevens Circuit

    KCB Rugby Club head coach Andrew Amonde says his team is ready for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit after winning the Juja 7s tournament on Sunday, defeating Blak Blad 22-5 in the final. The National Sevens Circuit begins with the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru on July 25.

    13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 12 July

  1. KCB Rugby Club signs eight players for 2026 sevens circuit

    KCB Rugby Club has signed eight new players ahead of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, which begins July 25 in Nakuru. The recruits include Kenya Sevens international Nygel Amaitsa and players from Strathmore Leos, Kisii RFC, Kenya Prisons, MMUST Rugby, Impala RFC, and Kisumu RFC, bringing depth and experience across forwards and backs.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 11 July

  1. Kenya Sevens fly-half Amaitsa joins KCB Rugby

    Nygel Amaitsa, a Kenya Sevens fly-half, has joined KCB Rugby from Strathmore Leos, alongside seven other new players. KCB is preparing for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, which begins July 25 in Nakuru.

    11 July 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 11 May

  1. Kabras wins fifth consecutive Kenya Cup title

    Kabras Sugar RFC defeated KCB RFC 14-8 in the Kenya Cup final at Kakamega Showgrounds, claiming their fifth consecutive title. Coach Carlos Katywa attributed the victory to his squad's experience and composure, particularly in the second half comeback.

    11 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 10 May

  1. KCB RFC turns to 7s circuit after Kenya Cup final loss

    KCB RFC lost 8-14 to Kabras Sugar RFC in the Kenya Cup final at ASK Showground on Saturday and has shifted focus to the National Sevens Circuit. Despite a spirited display and an early lead, KCB was overtaken in the second half as Kabras sealed victory with a late penalty try.

    10 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 9 May

  1. Kabras RFC wins fifth consecutive Kenya Cup rugby title

    Kabras RFC won the Kenya Cup rugby title for the fifth consecutive time, defeating KCB RFC 14–8 in the final at Kakamega Showgrounds. Supersub Ntabeni Dukisa scored three penalties to help Kabras retain their title.

    9 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 8 May

  1. KCB seeks to end Kabras' Kenya Cup dominance in final

    KCB Rugby Club will face Kabras Sugar in the 2025/2026 Kenya Cup final on Saturday, their eighth meeting in a final since 2014/15. KCB aims to break Kabras' hold on the title—including their bid for a fifth successive crown—after drawing 10-10 in the regular season and losing the 2024 final 29-5.

    8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. KCB eyes Kenya Cup crown, faces Kabras in May final

    KCB Rugby head coach Andrew Amonde backs his side to break Kabras RFC's dominance in the 2025/26 Kenya Cup final, set for Saturday, 9 May at ASK Kakamega Showground, where Kabras will chase their fifth consecutive title.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Joshua Weru becomes first Kenyan to sign with Philadelphia Eagles

    Joshua Weru has become the first Kenyan and East African athlete to sign with the Philadelphia Eagles through the NFL International Player Pathway Program. Former Kenya Sevens captain Andrew Amonde has expressed confidence in Weru's ability to succeed in the National Football League, citing his athletic skills, physical fitness, and speed developed through his rugby career.

    28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 27 April

  1. Kabras Sugar and KCB meet in Kenya Cup final May 9

    Kabras Sugar and KCB have secured their places in the 2025-2026 Kenya Cup final scheduled for May 9 at ASK Showground in Kakamega County, after Kabras defeated Blak Blad 48-12 and KCB thrashed Nondescripts 52-7 in their respective semifinals. This will be the eighth meeting between the two sides in a Kenya Cup final since 2014/2015, with Kabras seeking a fifth consecutive title.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 26 April

  1. KCB RFC defeats Nondescripts 52-7, advances to Kenya Cup final

    KCB RFC secured a place in the 2025/26 Kenya Cup final with a commanding 52-07 victory over Nondescripts in a semi-final at KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka. The Bankers will face Kabras RFC in the final set for May 2 at the Kakamega Showground.

    26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. KCB and Kabras Sugar advance to Kenya Cup final

    KCB RFC defeated Nondescripts 52-07 in a Kenya Cup semi-final to secure a spot in the 2025-2026 final against defending champions Kabras Sugar, who beat Kenyatta University's Blak Blad 48-15. The final is set for May 2 at the Kakamega Showground.

    26 April 2026 · The Standard →

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