Dala 7s: KCB Rugby names 14-man travelling squad to Kisumu
By Joel Masibo, September 12, 2025Kenya Rugby Union side KCB Rugby has named its 14-man travelling squad for this year’s final leg of the National Sevens Circuit Series, Dala 7s in Kisumu.
Fresh from clinching the Kabeberi 7s at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi last weekend, the Bankers will be seeking to stretch their winning streak at the Mamboleo Showgrounds, Kisumu, on the weekend of Saturday, September 13 and Sunday, September 14, 2025.
Travelling squad
Vincent Onyala
Bob Muhati
Elvis Okukusi
Samuel Asati
Emmanuel Opondo
Festus Shiasi
Floyd Wabwire
Michael Wekesa
George Ooro
Jenkins Kipruto
Brian Wahinya
Osumba Stephen
Tyson Maina
Kevin Ochieng
Meanwhile, the Kenya Rugby Union has confirmed the final leg of the 2025 National Sevens Circuit, Dala 7s Division One and Two pools.
The tournament will be hosted in Kisumu on Saturday, September 13, and Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium.
Division One pools
Pool A sees Kabras Sugar headline a strong group that includes CUEA Monks, MMUST, and Nakuru RFC. Pool B is led by Daystar Falcons, joined by MSC Rugby, Kenya Harlequin, and Nondescripts.
Nondies will be riding high after securing a spot in Division One courtesy of their Division Two triumph at the Kabeberi 7s. Pool C features heavyweights KCB Rugby, Mwamba RFC, and Homeboyz RFC, alongside Embu RFC.
Pool D is headlined by Strathmore Leos, joined by Menengai Oilers, Impala RFC, and hosts Kisumu RFC.
Division Two pools
The second tier will feature 20 teams, allocated slots through three criteria: affiliate clubs (6 slots), performance-based clubs (4 slots), and Nyanza regional clubs (10 slots).
Pool A: AP Warriors, Makueni RFC, Homa Bay RFC, Kisumu Polytechnic
Pool B: Bungoma RFC, NYS Spades, Kisii Kifaru, Sigalagala Polytechnic
Pool C: Eldoret RFC, Western Bulls, Kisii Polytechnic, Siaya RFC
Pool D: KU Blak Blad, Zetech Oaks, Kisii Rugby, Rongo RFC
Pool E: Mbale RFC, Mean Machine, Kisiwa Technical, Maseno University
As defending champions Kabras Sugar seek to bounce back after what appears to be a difficult season for the Sugar Millers, KCB Rugby will be keen to stretch their winning streak in the National Sevens Circuit in Kisumu at the weekend.
The Bankers claimed their third 2025 7s title this season after beating first-time finalists Daystar 20-10 to win the Kabeberi 7s at the RFUEA Grounds on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Sunday’s win marks the Thika Road-based side’s fourth consecutive Kabeberi Sevens win: 2022, 2023, 2024 and now 2025.