Back-to-back champions KCB RFC will kick off their title defense against Kenya University’s Blak Blad in the opening quarter-final of the 2024 Impala Floodlit tournament this Saturday at the Impala Club.

The tournament draw, conducted yesterday, unveiled an exciting lineup of matches in both the club and women’s categories.

In the club category, last year’s runners-up, Nondies, will face off against Strathmore, while the Menengai Oilers are set to battle the Catholic University Monks.

The final quarter-final will see hosts Impala go up against Mwamba.

The women’s competition will feature four teams, with hosts Impala Roans squaring off against Northern Suburbs and defending champions Mwamba taking on NYS Ladies.

Matches for the women’s tournament are scheduled for October 26 and November 2.

In the universities category, defending champions Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT) will take on Daystar in the first quarter-final.

Zetech will face the Kabete Stallions, while the Rift Varsities, comprising universities from the Rift Valley area, will challenge USIU.
Impala Boks will conclude the quarter-finals against KCA.

During the draw ceremony, Impala treasurer Allan Wamanga expressed enthusiasm for the tournament preparations, stating, “We are excited to host you here today as we draw a step closer to the tournament kick-off. Preparations are in full gear, the pitch is in pristine condition, and we are finalizing repairs on the stands and lights to ensure that both fans and players enjoy a world-class experience.”