Kenyan Skating Sensation Kelvin Kiarie Lands State Support Ahead of World Skate Games

Kenyan skater Kelvin Kiarie will have to worry less about his preparations for the World Skate Games after the government pledged to support him.

Kiarie became an instant Kenyan hero after his stunning win in international skating competitions in Benin where he bagged gold and silver before adding another two gold medals in the Africa Skate Games in Egypt.

His victory earned him a place at the World Skate Games in Paraguay in October this year and as he plans a two-week training camp in China, the government will cater for his preparations before heading to South America.

Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi made the promise to Kiraie when the skating sensation paid him a courtesy visit in Nairobi on Friday with the PS urging Kenyan players taking part in emerging sports to register at the Sports Registrar’s office to enhance their professional development.

“It is important for young sportsmen and women to register with federations as well as the Sports Registrar to have them recognised as distinct athletes in specific disciplines. This will accord them identity and credibility especially when the federations are wrangling or are non-compliant,” said the PS

Mwangi also reiterated the importance of athletes and teams representing Kenya in continental and global championships to present to the Ministry a comprehensive calendar of events to allow for facilitation and structured support throughout budgetary considerations.