Youngsters Marlene Terry, Sheila Wabwire, Pauline Chemutai and Fridah Boke have been enlisted to turn out for KCB in the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) playoffs scheduled for this weekend at Nyayo Stadium.
The three will feature prominently alongside seasoned stars including Mercy Moim, Edith Wisah, Juliana Namutira, Belinda Barasa and Lincy Jeruto as they seek to defend their KVF league title.
The bankers will play KDF in the opening round before returning to the court on Saturday for their second fixture. Should the match-up end in a tie, the two sides will clash again on Sunday to determine who proceeds to the semi-finals.
“We all know the quality within the KDF squad. This is a team that brings the best out of us, and we expect a very competitive fixture,” KCB head coach Japheth Munala said.
He revealed that young players like Terry and Boke will be key in their title defence campaign. “I am extremely confident that my players will do well in this encounter.”
KCB captain Edith Wisah echoed similar sentiments, noting that the team’s belief remains intact despite a fourth-place finish at the 2025 African Club Championship in Nigeria.
“We have demonstrated that we are the best volleyball club in the country. Our heads are held so high, and we are beaming with confidence as we take on another good opponent in KDF,” Wisah said.
She added: “The players have been training well and are ready for the task ahead. We can not wait to be on that court and play for the badge.” KCB will be hoping to bounce back from continental disappointment by staging a strong playoff run as they target back-to-back league titles.
Meanwhile, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), under the guidance of head coach Jackline Barasa, enter the playoffs with five wins and five losses. Team captain Veronica Kilabat said the team is determined to work beyond the limits to secure a podium finish. "We have worked hard throughout the season, and this is our moment to make an impact. We are more than ready for the challenge. "
Elsewhere, the KVF deputy president, Paul Bitok, said National Executive Council (NEC) officials will meet this weekend to deliberate on the way forward for the season's national league play-offs. The quarter finals will form base for selection of Malkia Strikers that will begin their international assignment from September.
