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Kenya Harlequin

Kenya Harlequin — rugby team competing in Kenya's National Sevens Circuit, advancing to knockout stages at Prinsloo Sevens.

2026-05-092026-07-31

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    Kabras will be determined to respond quickly and reduce that gap, while other leading teams, including Menengai Oilers, Kenya Harlequin, Nondescripts and Strathmore Leos, will all be chasing valuable circuit points.For the home fans, all eyes will be on Kisumu RFC.

    Why you should not miss Dala 7s in Kisumu this weekend
  3. The Standard

    Nondescripts are third overall with 17 points after an impressive start to the season, while Daystar Falcons are tied for fourth with Kenya Harlequin on 15 points.

    Eyes on KCB, Kabras Sugar and Kisumu ahead of Dala Sevens
  4. 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
  5. The Standard

    The millers overcame Mwamba 26-12 and thereafter demolished Embu RFC 47-0 to earn their ticket to the knock-outs with a match to go against Kenya Harlequin.

    Kabras, Quins and KCB storm into Prinsloo Sevens quarters
  6. The Standard

    The Kakamega-based club has won the Kenya Cup for five straight seasons and lifted the Enterprise Cup for the sixth consecutive year, but success in sevens has continued to elude them.Kabras headline a competitive Pool A alongside Kenya Harlequin, Mwamba RFC and Embu RFC.

    Kisumu RFC target fresh start as Prinsloo Sevens opens National Sevens Circuit
  7. June 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s By Brian Mwenje June 24, 2026 10:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mombasa County Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir (in white T-shirt) handing over the trophy to Kenya Harlequin

    Sold-out success spurs excitement ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s
  9. Citizen Digital

    ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s By Brian Mwenje June 24, 2026 10:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mombasa County Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir (in white T-shirt) handing over the trophy to Kenya Harlequin

    Sold-out success spurs excitement ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s
  10. Citizen Digital

    However, they are expected to face stiff competition from Strathmore Leos, who denied them victory at both Prinsloo 7s and Embu 7s last season, as well as traditional powerhouses Kabras Sugar, Menengai Oilers and Kenya Harlequin.

    Boost as National Sevens Circuit receives KSh34 million sponsorship head of new season
  11. The Standard

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    Boost for National Sevens Circuit as SportPesa injects Sh34 million
  12. May 2026
  13. The Standard

    Subscribe to our newsletterThe bankers are chasing a ninth Kenya Cup title, a victory that would move them ahead of Kenya Harlequin as the third most successful club in the competition behind Nondies and Impala.The battle for individual honours has also added another layer to the

    Kabras chase history as KCB seek revenge in Kenya Cup final
Sport

Dala 7s rugby tournament returns to Kisumu August 1-2

The News

The 23rd edition of the Dala 7s, part of the National Sevens Circuit, will be held in Kisumu on August 1 and 2, featuring 40 teams competing across Division One, Division Two and women's competition at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo. KCB Rugby arrive as defending National Sevens Circuit champions after winning the opening leg in Nakuru.

30 July 2026 · The Standard

Yesterday

  1. Dala 7s rugby tournament returns to Kisumu August 1-2

    The 23rd edition of the Dala 7s, part of the National Sevens Circuit, will be held in Kisumu on August 1 and 2, featuring 40 teams competing across Division One, Division Two and women's competition at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo. KCB Rugby arrive as defending National Sevens Circuit champions after winning the opening leg in Nakuru.

    30 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 29 July

  1. KCB, Kabras Sugar and Kisumu RFC compete at Dala Sevens

    The 2026 National Sevens Circuit continues at Dala Sevens in Kisumu this weekend, with defending champions KCB leading the Division One standings on 22 points, followed by Kenya Cup winners Kabras Sugar with 19 points. KCB and Kabras Sugar face competition in their respective pools as teams vie for circuit points.

    29 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

  2. Kabras, Quins, and KCB advance to Prinsloo Sevens quarters

    Kabras Sugar and Kenya Harlequin secured knockout-stage berths at the Prinsloo Sevens tournament in Nakuru on Saturday, with Kabras defeating Mwamba 26-12 and Embu RFC 47-0, and Harlequin beating Embu RFC 26-7 and Mwamba 10-5. Meanwhile, Strathmore Leos recovered from a 19-14 loss to MMUST by hammering Kisumu RFC 36-0 in their Group B fixture.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Kisumu RFC seeks rebuilding start at Prinsloo Sevens

    Kisumu RFC, relegated from the Kenya Cup last season, will open the 2026-27 National Sevens Circuit at the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru on Saturday as part of their bid to rebuild confidence before competing in the KRU Championship. Captain Christopher Otieno said the team aims to play good rugby and build momentum ahead of their championship campaign.

    22 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Driftwood 7s rugby tournament returns August 22-23

    The iconic Driftwood 7s, East Africa's longest-running rugby sevens event, will return to Mombasa Sports Club for the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Last season's tournament sold out completely, combining top-level rugby with coastal culture, music, and entertainment.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Driftwood 7s returns to Mombasa August 22–23 as fourth circuit leg

    The Driftwood 7s, one of East Africa's longest-running rugby sevens tournaments, will take place at Mombasa Sports Club on August 22–23 as the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Last year's edition sold out, drawing crowds for rugby action alongside entertainment featuring music and performances.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. National Sevens Circuit secures KSh34 million sponsorship for 2026

    Kenya's rugby fraternity has received a sponsorship package worth KSh34.14 million from a gaming firm for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, more than double the previous investment of KSh16.5 million. The six-leg competition will run from July 25 to September 13 and is expected to strengthen the country's leading rugby development platform.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. SportPesa backs National Sevens Circuit with Sh34 million sponsorship

    SportPesa has injected Sh34.14 million into Kenya's 2026 National Sevens Circuit, more than double last year's investment, with funds allocated to support host clubs, the Kenya Rugby Union, media coverage, and prize money for the six-leg domestic competition.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 9 May

  1. Kabras bid for fifth straight Kenya Cup title against KCB

    Defending champions Kabras Sugar host KCB Rugby in today's Kenya Cup final, seeking a historic fifth consecutive title—a feat no team has achieved in 42 years. KCB, who last won the cup four seasons ago, arrive with a record of five previous Kenya Cup final victories over Kabras, though Kabras are unbeaten in their last six meetings between the sides.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

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