From ball boy to teammate: Kelvin Mwaura's inspirational journey in the world of football

Clifton Miheso (R) and Kelvin Maina (L)©Kenya Police

FKFPL From ball boy to teammate: Kelvin Mwaura's inspirational journey in the world of football

Festus Chuma 06:00 - 09.06.2023

Kenya Police FC midfielder Kelvin Mwaura has revealed that was once a ball boy at Thika United.

In the realm of football, dreams often take shape on the grandest stages, where aspiring players forge their paths to greatness.

Such is the tale of Kenya Police FC midfielder Kelvin Mwaura, a once-aspiring ball boy who now finds himself rubbing shoulders with some of the best talents in the sport.

Mwaura's remarkable journey from admiration to camaraderie is a testament to the power of perseverance and unwavering determination.

On Thursday, the 21-year-old took to social media to share his reflections on his early days as a ball boy for now  defunct Thika United FC.

“I reminisce about the Thika United days as a ball boy .I used to look up to great talents like Francis Kahata,Cliffton Miheso,Wycliff Opondo .Just to mention but a few . Now I share the same changing room with some of the best. Truly nothing is impossible,” Mwaura tweeted.

Mwaura honed his football skills as a Thika United Youth player before his unwavering passion for the game propelled him to Murang’a Seal.

Today, he finds himself at Kenya Police FC  sharing the same changing room with some of the best players in the game.

In response to his fans Mwaura noted that the camaraderie and mentorship he now experiences have further fueled his hunger for success.

As he continues to make strides in his football career, Mwaura serves as a beacon of hope for aspiring athletes everywhere. 

From ball boy to teammate, his story reminds upcoming footballers that dreams can come true if they have the courage to chase them with unwavering determination.