KPA off to perfect start in African Clubs Volleyball Championship after Cameroun Sport victory

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VOLLEYBALL KPA off to perfect start in African Clubs Volleyball Championship after Cameroun Sport victory

Festus Chuma 13:24 - 13.05.2023

KPA head coach Sammy Mulinge expects a top three finish in the tournament.

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) beat Cameroun Sport Volleyball 3-1 as the men's African Clubs Volleyball Championship served off in Kelibia, Tunisia on Friday.

The four-set thriller match saw KPA lose the first set 23-25 before they emerged from the woods to reign supreme in the second set 25-16.

Despite going toe to toe, KPA made it 2-1 courtesy of 25-21 before the coastal side held on to win 25-19 in the decider.

KPA will return to action on Monday, where they will meet Nigeria's CNS Spikers Volleyball Club.

Before their departure to Tunisia, KPA coach Sammy Mulinge said they are going for a top-three finish after settling for fifth in the last two editions.

"We have been finishing fifth for the last two editions, but since my players have now gained enough experience, I believe this time we'll win one of the top three prizes," said Mulinge.

KPA General Manager Cargo Operations Sudi Amani Mwasinago said they expect the team to do well in the competition and return with top prizes.

"After intensive training ahead of this championship, I'm expecting you to represent us well and put in your best efforts," he said.

"We wish you success as well as enjoyable and entertaining games in Tunisia. We're optimistic you will represent us with pride and honour and do well for KPA."

KPA team in Tunisia: Elijah Bosire, Titus Kibet, Joshua Kimaru, Micah Lemoi, David Thiut, Wilson Cheruiyot, Jeffery Ochieng', Nyabera Brian, Sam Khahoya, Michael Chemos, Chris Owalla, Fredrick Muiruri, Dennis Omollo, and Peter Kamara.