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Strathmore Leos

Strathmore Leos — rugby sevens team that serves as defending champions of the National Sevens Circuit, competing in the 2026 tournament.

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    Prinsloo defending champions Strathmore Leos headline Group B which has Daystar Falcons, Masinde Muliro University (MMUST) and Kisumu RFCKabras Sugar, who are the circuit's defending champions, are in Group A with Kenya Harlequins, Mwamba and Embu RFC.

    Nakuru, Oilers renew rivalry at Prinsloo Sevens
  3. Citizen Digital

    The club is targeting 13 signings and has already brought in 8, including Kenya Sevens international Nygel Amaitsa from Strathmore Leos and David Nyangige from Impala RFC.

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

    rience, versatility and youthful energy across both the forwards and backs as the bankers look to assemble a competitive squad capable of challenging for the circuit title.Leading the list of new arrivals is Kenya Sevens international Nygel Amaitsa, who joins from Strathmore Leos

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

    The Shujaa player maker joins the bankers from Strathmore Leos amongst eight new players signed by the eight-time Kenya Cup champions, who are strengthening their squad in preparations for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, which is set to kick off on July 25 in Nakuru.

    Shujaa star Amaitsa joins KCB as bankers' boost squad ahead of new campaign
  6. June 2026
  7. 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
  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

    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
  10. The Standard

    However, they are expected to face strong competition from Strathmore Leos, who denied them victory in both the Prinsloo 7s and Embu 7s last season.

    Boost for National Sevens Circuit as SportPesa injects Sh34 million
  11. April 2026
  12. The Standard

    The university side has reached the semi-finals for the first time in their history after a narrow 27-25 win over Strathmore Leos.

    Kabras face surprise package Blak Blad test in Kenya Cup semis

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. Tusker sponsors 2026 Prinsloo Sevens rugby tournament

    Tusker has announced a Sh1.5 million sponsorship for the 2026 Prinsloo Sevens, supporting the National Sevens Circuit tournament scheduled for July 25–26 at Nakuru Athletic Club. The brewer will also host the tournament's official after-parties on both days.

    17 July 2026 · The Standard

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

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 25 April

  1. Kabras host Blak Blad in Kenya Cup semi-final today

    Kabras Sugar will host Kenya University's Blak Blad in the Kenya Cup semi-final at Kakamega Showground today at 3 pm, with the millers making the last four for the 11th straight season and having finished top of the table for the eighth season in a row. Blak Blad, reaching the semi-finals for the first time in their history after a narrow 27-25 win over Strathmore Leos, comes into the match as the surprise package.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

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