Kenya Cup: KVF rallies fans to turn up as semifinals beckon
By Luke Oluoch, July 7, 2025The Kenyan Volleyball Federation (KVF) has issued a statement to fans following the conclusion of the Kenya Cup Quarterfinal clashes on Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Nairobi.
In a statement on its Facebook page, the Volleyball Federation thanked the fans for contributing to the electric atmosphere during the quarterfinals showdown.
Additionally, KVF urged the fans to brace for similar thrilling action as the semifinal ties follow on starting on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Thrilling action
“A huge thank you to all the incredible fans who turned up in numbers for the inaugural Kenya Cup Volleyball Tournament quarterfinals this weekend at Nyayo Stadium. Your energy, cheers, and unwavering support brought the games to life and pushed the teams to deliver thrilling volleyball action.
“As the dust settled on an intense quarterfinals stage, all eyes now turn to the semifinals set for 12th and 13th July 2025. Get ready for more action, passion, and unforgettable moments! Let’s keep the spirit alive. See you at the semis,” KVF stated.
Following the conclusion of the quarterfinal ties, Kenya Prisons joined General Service Unit (GSU), Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), and Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) in the Final Four of the men’s category.
Prisons’ men’s volleyball team booked their spot in the Kenya Cup semifinals after a dominant straight-sets victory over Equity Bank.
The Wardens edged the bankers with scores of 25-20, 25-20, and 25-23.
GSU volleyball team, on their part, secured their place in the semifinals after a thrilling 3-1 victory against the Kenya Airport Police Unit (KAPU).
The win was the paramilitary team’slatest victory coming barely a month after they reclaimed the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) men’s league title with a dominant straight-sets win over Kenya Ports Authority (KPA).
In the women’s category, KCB, Prisons Queens, DCI and KVF champions Kenya Pipeline advanced to the last four.
The four women’s volleyball teams sailed through to the semifinals of the first edition of the competition following cruising victories on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
KCB made light work of Post Bank, sealing a 3-0 win in sets of 25-15, 25-14, and 25-23 to sail through to the next phase.
Meanwhile, Patrick Sang-coached DCI claimed a 3-1 victory against KDF in the final clash of the day to secure their place in the semis.
The investigative agency team showed their grit and resilience on the court, fighting back from a 22-25 loss in the first set to edge the bakers 25-23, 25-10, and 25-15.
On their part, Prison Women dominated the Kenya Army by three straight sets to confirm their place in the semifinals.
According to the roster from KVF, the women’s semifinal fixtures will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, with the men’s clashes taking centre stage on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
.