Shujaa head coach Damian McGrath has recruited two new faces into Kenya’s squad that heads out for the World Rugby Sevens Series season opening leg in Hong Kong next weekend.
Strathmore’s George “Japolo” Ooro and Dennis Abukuse of Menengai Oilers impressed during the concluded National Sevens Circuit earning a call up with the National team.
“I have no club bias and I pick according to what I see and come across. These guys have been very impressive and let’s hope they will give their best in Hong Kong. I am really pleased with many exciting players that we are adding into the system and the senior guys are now looking over their shoulders and knowing there is competition,” the tactician stated.
McGrath will however miss the services of Sammy Oliech, the only experienced absentee from the team that played at the Rugby World cup.
Shujaa have been placed in the same group with Ireland, Argentina and Canada.
“It is a tough pool. Ireland were third at the World Cup, Argentina is also one of the top teams. It is a difficult start but we will give our best. For all the issues we have we are focused on doing well and ensuring we represent the country well,” said the coach.
According to Shujaa Team captain Nelson Oyoo, the team has trained well and the focus is now on delivering good performances and raise the flag high.
Shujaa squad for Hong Kong
Nelson Oyoo (captain), Vincent Onyala (Vice Captain), Bush Mwale , Willy Ambaka , Billy Odhiambo, Johnstone Olindi, Daniel Taabu, Edmund Anya, Anthony Omondi, Herman Humwa, Kevin Wekesa, Dennis Abukuse, George Ooro