Menengai Oilers coach Geoffrey Ominde wants his charges to improve the attack ahead of the Christie Sevens slated for August 16-17 at the RFUEA ground.
The Nakuru-based side currently sits fourth after the opening two rounds with 28 points. The former playmaker believes adjustments in attack will be key as they seek to win one of the legs of the series.
“From the first two tournaments, our attack has been below par. The boys are not patient when in the strike zone, so we have a couple of days to fix that facet of play. We are also looking at strengthening our defence pattern for the next tournament, which I believe we can go on a deep run," noted Ominde.
Ominde hailed the impact of the young guns on his side, like Samuel Mwaura, Daniel Kipchirchir and Anthony Owino, among others, following the first two tournaments.
"The young players have stepped up and adjusted accordingly after the first two legs in Mombasa and Prinsloo. With a couple of tweaks to the game plan, I believe we are headed in the right direction,” noted Ominde.
Oilers have been pitted against rivals Kabras and Daystar Falcons alongside an invitational side for the Christie Sevens.
"Kabras are a quality side with several internationals, while Daystar are dangerous and on their day, they can beat anyone. So we will have to be at our best if we are to progress from the pool,” said Ominde, who described the pool as tough.
New signing Philip Okeyo, younger brother to Kenya Sevens international John Okoth, has settled well into the side alongside the experienced Dennis Abukuse, Beldad Ogeta and Alvin Khavoli.
Ominde expects Okeyo to be a key cog in the next four tournaments. “He is a smart, intelligent player who gets you over the advantage line and brings experience to the side," said Ominde.
Ominde, who is coaching the side for the very first time, said he is coping well with the pressure. “ So far, I am handling the pressure well and my mantra has always been one game at a time, and so I am looking forward to Christie Sevens," said Ominde.
