KCB crowned 2026 Prinsloo Sevens champions after beating Kabras Sugar
KCB Rugby Club secured the 2026 Prinsloo Sevens title after an undefeated performance, culminating in a victory over Kabras Sugar. The team, coached by Andrew Amonde, now shifts its focus to the upcoming Dala Sevens tournament.
Why it matters
This victory marks a significant milestone for KCB in the National Sevens Circuit, impacting the competitive landscape of Kenyan rugby.
The victory capped an unbeaten weekend for the Bankers, who lifted the opening title of the 2026 circuit in impressive fashion. Coached by Andrew Amonde, KCB began the knockout stage with a dominant 19-0 victory over hosts Nakuru RFC, popularly known as Wanyore, in the quarterfinals before defeating Ngong Road rivals Kenya Harlequin 24-12 in an entertaining semifinal to book a place in the final against Kabras Sugar.
KCB had also been dominant during the group stages on Saturday, opening their campaign with a 29-12 win over Nondescripts (Nondies), before tightening up defensively to shut out NYS Spades 14-0. They wrapped up the day with a commanding 25-5 victory over Catholic Monks to finish top of their pool.
Speaking after the final, head coach Andrew Amonde praised his players for executing their game plan throughout the tournament.
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