Western Kenya’s secondary school sports scene is alive with excitement as the curtain falls on the 2026 Term One Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) county championships. Across Bungoma, Busia, Vihiga, West Pokot, Siaya, and Trans Nzoia, schools battled fiercely for supremacy, earning the right to represent their counties at the upcoming regional championships. The competitions showcased thrilling talent, grit, and ambition, leaving no doubt that Western Kenya is brimming with future sports stars.
In Bungoma County, the games at Friends School Kamusinga concluded on Saturday with a series of exciting finals across rugby, basketball, hockey, and handball. Bungoma High School continued its rugby dominance in boys’ fifteens while Bokoli Friends School earned second place, qualifying for the regional stage for the first time. In girls’ rugby, Kimobo Girls topped the table, with Mbakalo Girls securing the runners-up spot. Basketball provided dramatic moments as Friends School Kamusinga claimed the boys’ title ahead of Bungoma High, while Cardinal Otunga Girls emerged champions over Nalondo Girls in the girls’ division. Hockey and handball were equally competitive, with Misikhu Girls and Moi Girls Kamusinga dominating girls’ hockey, and St Luke’s Boys Kimilili and Cheptais Boys leading the boys’ handball category.
In Busia County, Sigalame High School claimed the boys’ basketball crown after a 56–41 win over Nambale Boys, with both teams advancing to the regional championships. Butula Boys dominated rugby, defeating St Paul’s Amukura 49–0 in a commanding display, while Kolanya Boys lifted the handball trophy after a 26–17 victory over Mundika Boys. In girls’ handball, Bumala AC Girls and Aboloi Girls booked their spots for the regional stage.
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West Pokot County crowned its handball champions as Nasokol Girls routed Chesta Girls 34–5, while Kamito Boys defeated Kokworitit Boys 24–10. Both teams now advance to represent West Pokot County at the regional level.
Siaya County witnessed remarkable narratives on the rugby, basketball, and hockey courts. St Mary’s Yala overwhelmed Ambira Boys 46–3 in the rugby fifteens final, securing a regional berth. Basketball fans cheered as Bar Chando Girls dethroned Ng’iya Girls, avenging last year’s defeat in a thrilling 5×5 final. Ng’iya Girls, also known as The Rock Jaguars, have also made waves in hockey. Last year, they ended the decade-long dominance of Nyamira Girls, former East Africa champions, with a stunning 2–0 win in just eight seconds after a 1–1 draw in regular time. At the regional finals held at Rapogi Boys, Mercy Rebecca’s decisive seventh-minute strike secured the title. This year, Ng’iya Girls successfully defended their dominance, beating Nyamira once again under the guidance of head coach Antony Nyadida, whose tireless dedication has instilled a winning mindset in the team.
In Vihiga County, national rugby fifteens champions Vihiga High School retained their county title after defeating Senende Boys, securing their place at the Western Region Games and continuing their streak of excellence.
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Trans Nzoia County produced remarkable performances across multiple disciplines, with St Joseph’s Girls claiming the hockey crown, St Brigid’s Girls winning basketball, St Anthony’s Boys taking the hockey title, St Joseph’s Boys securing both basketball and handball championships, and Friends Bwake Secondary emerging as rugby fifteens champions. These schools now advance to represent Trans Nzoia County at the regional championships.
Fans can expect fierce competition, unforgettable moments, and the emergence of the next generation of national champions as champions and runners-up now prepare for the Western Region Secondary Schools Games,
By Godfrey Wamalwa
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