KCB coach Curtis Olago said his side will be aiming to improve on setpiece and kick-chase game ahead of the start of the Kenya Cup season at the end of November.
The five-time Kenya Cup winner said the side is energised and ticking the boxes as they embark on the pre-season with the aim of going all out to reclaim their title.
“There are a couple of areas we struggled with last season, notably our setpiece and kick-chase. The technical bench and I have identified the areas we believe we could have done better,” said Olago.
KCB lost to Menengai Oilers 24-17 in the Kenya Cup semifinal and lost 9-6 to Kabras in the Enterprise Cup final to finish trophyless for the first time since 2014.
Olago and the technical bench toured South Africa where they had interactions with the Western Province Rugby team in Cape Town.
“It (the tour) was an eye-opener. We are always looking at improving ourselves and getting pointers from the team down south, which we hope to use in our game," observed Olago.
The former international said the side is in transition with the stalwarts like former Kenya sevens skipper Andrew Amonde and Curtis Lilako hanging up their boots.
“We are in transition, bringing up a new generation of players to step into some huge shoes but I am confident they will adapt accordingly,” added Olago.
Amonde has joined the technical bench and was on the touchline during the national Sevens circuit where the bankers finished second to Menengai Oilers.
Olago added they are going to use the Impala Floodlights as preparation for the start of the season.
"It will be a good tournament. We will be able to observe our players and test our preparedness, physically and mentality," he added.
Elsewhere, the Kenya Rugby Union has appointed Leslie Mwangale as director in charge of fixtures and leagues. He replaces Hillary Itela.
Oscar Mango will be in charge of national squads and Sevens rugby.
Ray Olendo will be the man at the helm of the Kenya 15s — the Simbas.
Peris Mukoko will be in charge of women's rugby with Kikechi Kombo in charge of development.
