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Nakuru RFC

Nakuru RFC — Kenya Cup rugby club competing in the 2026 National Sevens Circuit with an age-grade academy that develops international players.

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  1. July 2026
  2. 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
  3. The Standard

    In their first match, Harlequin secured a 26-7 win over Embu RFC and thereafter saw off Mwamba 10-5 to join Kabras in the knockouts with a match in hand.Hosts Nakuru RFC started off on a mixed note in Group D, winning and losing one match First, Wanyore suffered a 12-7 loss again

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

    Hosts Nakuru RFC lead Pool D, where they will battle neighbours Menengai Oilers, Impala RFC and Blak Blad.

    Kisumu RFC target fresh start as Prinsloo Sevens opens National Sevens Circuit
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeThomas Simiyu of Nakuru RFC outpaces Griffin Musila of KCB Rugby at Ruaraka Grounds.

    Nakuru RFC renew sponsorship
  6. June 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    Strathmore headline Pool A alongside Blak Blad, Kenya Harlequins and hosts Nondescripts RFC, while last year's runners-up Mwamba have been drawn in Pool B together with Nakuru RFC, Impala RFC and tournament debutants Daystar Falcons, who replace USIU.

    Strathmore out to defend Ruff n Tuff 7s title as draw sets stage for July showdown
  8. Citizen Digital

    KCB RFC won last year's Driftwood 7s edition after narrowly edging out Strathmore Leos 15-14 in the final held at the Mombasa Sports Club, Kabras finished third after defeating Nakuru RFC 21-10.

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

    KCB RFC won last year's Driftwood 7s edition after narrowly edging out Strathmore Leos 15-14 in the final held at the Mombasa Sports Club, Kabras finished third after defeating Nakuru RFC 21-10.

    Sold-out success spurs excitement ahead of 36th Driftwood 7s
  10. May 2026
  11. The Standard

    he world mourn him, youngsters who got the passion of the game from Oloo will in all of their lifetimes remember the fallen legend as the one who kept them afloat in their careers as players and future coaches of the game.Oloo is one of the brains behind the success of Nakuru RFC

    Why Oloo will be remembered as a true legend of Kenyan rugby
  12. The Standard

    Oloo, who also doubled as Nakuru RFC head coach, died on Monday, May 4,2026 in a tragic road accident in the United States of America.

    Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo is dead

Yesterday

  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.

    21 hours ago · 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

Sunday 19 July

  1. Nakuru RFC, Menengai Oilers drawn together at Prinsloo Sevens

    Nakuru RFC and Menengai Oilers have been grouped together in Group D at the Prinsloo Sevens tournament, scheduled for next week at Nakuru Athletic Club as the first leg of the 2026 Sportpesa National Sevens Circuit. Defending champions Strathmore Leos headline Group B, while circuit champions Kabras Sugar are in Group A.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 17 July

  1. Nakuru RFC renews Sh3 million sponsorship with Smart Applications

    Former Kenya Cup champions Nakuru RFC have renewed their Sh3 million sponsorship with Smart Applications International for the 2026/2027 Kenya Rugby season. The sponsors cited the club's performance as a development side that produces international players, including Kenya Lionesses star Grace Adhiambo Okullu.

    17 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Strathmore defends Ruff n Tuff 7s title in July tournament

    Defending champions Strathmore will begin their title defence against Blak Blad, Kenya Harlequins and Nondescripts RFC in Pool A of the second edition of the Ruff n Tuff 7s tournament, scheduled for July 11 at Ngong Racecourse with eight leading community rugby clubs competing.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

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

Saturday 9 May

  1. Felix Oloo remembered as legend of Kenyan rugby

    Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo, who died at 37, is being mourned as a true legend for his contributions to rugby development at club and national levels, including his work with Nakuru RFC Age Grade Academy since 2011, which has produced international players.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Former Kenya Lionesses coach Felix Oloo dies in road accident

    Felix Oloo, former head coach of Kenya Lionesses and Nakuru RFC, died on Monday, May 4, 2026 in a road accident in the United States. He led Kenya Lionesses to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and was credited with developing grassroots rugby talent across the country.

    5 May 2026 · The Standard

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