The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Bomet branch 3rd Assistant Secretary Teddy Purity Chepngetich (Cheberur) has lauded teachers who participated in the just-concluded National Teachers’ Tournament held in Malindi, praising their discipline, unity and sporting spirit.
In a statement, Chepngetich expressed appreciation to all teachers who represented the branch, noting that their performance and conduct enhanced the visibility of KUPPET Bomet at the national level.
“First, I extend heartfelt appreciation to all teachers who represented Bomet Branch at the just concluded National Teachers’ Tournament in Malindi. Your discipline, talent, and team spirit made us proud,” she said.
She reaffirmed her docket’s commitment, within the gender office, to advancing teacher welfare through co-curricular activities, encouraging more teachers to participate in football, netball, volleyball, and other sporting disciplines to strengthen unity and wellness among members.
During the tournament in Malindi, the gender office facilitated participating teams by covering fuel costs for transport to and from the event.
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While appreciating the effort, Chepngetich acknowledged areas that require improvement in future engagements.
“While this was a great start, we acknowledge the gaps and we intend to improve significantly next time, better facilitation, earlier planning, and enhanced support for players and technical benches,” the statement read.
Looking ahead, the gender office announced plans to roll out sub-county competitions aimed at broadening participation and improving team selection ahead of future national tournaments.
The initiative is expected to give more teachers a platform to showcase their talents while ensuring stronger and more competitive branch teams.
Chepngetich further urged teachers who are not active players to support their colleagues by attending matches as fans, saying their presence boosts morale and strengthens solidarity within the teaching fraternity.
“To those not on the pitch, join the teams as fans! Your presence lifts morale, builds community, and shows that teachers stand together on and off the field,” she said.
She called on for unity and increased participation in KUPPET sporting activities, noting that continuous improvement and collaboration will strengthen the branch.
“Together, we grow stronger. Solidarity always,” she affirmed.
By Philip Koech
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