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George Ooro

Also known as: Shujaa captain George Ooro

2026-04-262026-09-19

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    The squad features nine KCB Rugby stars, including Samuel Asati, Richel Wangila, David Nyangige, Elvis Olukusi, George Ooro, Vincent Onyala, Floyd Wabwire, Festus Shiasi and Nygel Amaitsa, underlining the depth of talent within the club and its continued contribution to the natio

    KCB investment strengthens rugby ecosystem beyond the National 7s Circuit
  3. Citizen Digital

    KCB finished the day on a high after beating Kabras Sugar 5-0 in sudden death, with George Ooro scoring the decisive try.

    KCB retain National Sevens Circuit title as Oilers win Christie Sevens
  4. The Standard

    George Ooro attempted to force his way through, but the Sugarmen defence stood firm, with Griffin Chao making a crucial stop.

    KCB inch closer to national 7s title after victory in Embu
  5. August 2026
  6. The Standard

    George Ooro and Mike Wekesa scored KCB’s tries, while Brian Wahinya converted both to give the bankers the narrow win.

    Kabeberi 7s gives KCB the perfect bounce-back
  7. Citizen Digital

    KCB started brightly, with a well-executed move seeing Centre Richel Wangila carry the ball with a well-executed run before finding Shujaa captain George Ooro from a ruck, who crossed the whitewash for the opening try.

    KCB retain Kabeberi crown after narrow victory over Leos
  8. The Standard

    e pool we have been placed in, but we have prepared well, and the players are hungry to deliver,” he added.KCB will have plenty of experience in their squad, with Kenya Sevens internationals Nygel Amaitsa, Vincent Onyala, Samuel Asati, Festus Shiasi, Floyd Wabwire and George Ooro

    KCB chasing Kabeberi 7s history
  9. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKCB forward George Ooro (center) in action against Kabras Sugar during the Prinsloo Sevens finals.

    Kabras and KCB set to renew fierce rivalry at Kabeberi Sevens
  10. The Standard

    KCB will also rely on experienced players including George Ooro, Samuel Asati, Vincent Onyala, Elvis Olukusi, Festus Shiasi, Floyd Wabwire and Brian Wahinya as they seek to strengthen their lead in the standings before the circuit moves to Nairobi for the Kabeberi 7s.For Impala,

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

    KCB will also rely on experienced players George Ooro, Samuel Asati, Vincent Onyala, Elvis Olukusi, Festus Shiasi, Floyd Wabwire and Brian Wahinya as they chase another title.The Bankers return to Kisumu with fond memories after defeating Kabras Sugar 12-5 in last year's Dala 7s

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

    National Sevens Circuit heads to Kisumu as Tusker boosts Dala Sevens By Agencies July 29, 2026 01:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter KCB Rugby's George Ooro vies for the ball against Kabras RFC during the P

    National Sevens Circuit heads to Kisumu as Tusker boosts Dala Sevens

Yesterday

  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

Sunday 13 September

  1. KCB retain National Sevens Circuit title for third consecutive season

    KCB Rugby retained the National Sevens Circuit title for a third consecutive season despite failing to reach the Christie Sevens final in Nairobi. Menengai Oilers won the Christie Sevens tournament, defeating Strathmore Leos 24-12 in the final.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 7 September

  1. KCB wins Embu 7s title, ending Strathmore Leos dominance

    KCB Rugby won their maiden Embu 7s crown by defeating Kabras Sugar 12-10 in a final at Embu Stadium, ending Strathmore Leos' long dominance of the tournament.

    7 September 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 18 August

  1. KCB defends Kabeberi Sevens title, returns to circuit top

    KCB rugby team won the Kabeberi Sevens title by defeating Strathmore Leos 14-12, bouncing back after a fifth-place finish at the Dala Sevens two weeks prior. The victory moved KCB back to the top of the National Sevens Circuit standings with 57 points, six ahead of Kabras Sugar.

    18 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 16 August

  1. KCB retain Kabeberi 7s title with narrow victory over Leos

    KCB Rugby Club defended their George Mwangi Kabeberi 7s title by edging Leos in the final, securing their fifth consecutive crown in the 37th edition of the tournament.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

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

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Kabras and KCB drawn in tough pool at Kabeberi Sevens

    Dala Sevens champions Kabras Sugar RFC will face defending National Sevens Circuit champions KCB Rugby in Pool D of the third leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, the Kabeberi Sevens tournament, scheduled for August 15 and 16 at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi.

    4 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

Wednesday 29 July

  1. National Sevens Circuit moves to Kisumu with Tusker sponsorship

    The 2026 National Sevens Circuit's second leg, the Dala Sevens, takes place August 1–2 at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, with Tusker injecting Ksh.1.5 million and hosting the official after-parties on both days.

    29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 July

  1. KCB RFC win 2026 Prinsloo Sevens rugby title

    National Sevens Circuit champions KCB defeated Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar 19-12 in the final to win the 2026 Prinsloo Sevens title, starting their title defence with a victory.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 22 May

  1. Victor Mola earns first Shujaa call-up for Spain and France legs

    Head coach Kevin Wambua has named National 7s Circuit standout Victor Odhiambo Mola to the Shujaa squad for the final two legs of the HSBC SVNS Series in Valladolid (29–31 May) and Bordeaux (5–7 June). Chrissant Ojwang also returns from injury, replacing Gabriel Ayimba who has school commitments.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Shujaa name squad for World SVNS legs in Europe

    Kenya Sevens coach Kelvin Wambua named the squad for World SVNS Championship legs in Valladolid and Bordeaux, with National Sevens Circuit star Victor Odhiambo Mola earning his first senior national team call-up. The squad also welcomes back Chrissant Onjwang and Patrick Odongo.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard

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

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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