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Kenya Lionesses, Shujaa Eye Stronger HSBC SVNS 2nd Leg Showing
The Kenya Lionesses and Shujaa, Kenya's national rugby sevens teams, are competing in the second leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 in Montevideo, Uruguay. Following the first leg in Nairobi in February, both squads aim to improve their performance under the revamped HSBC SVNS format.
Kenya's national rugby sevens teams, the Lionesses (women) and Shujaa (men), are participating in the second leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 in Montevideo, Uruguay. This tournament marks their second appearance under the new HSBC SVNS format. After hosting the first leg in Nairobi at the Nyayo National Stadium in February, both teams are striving for better results. Shujaa currently holds third place with 16 points, following Germany (20 points) and the USA (18 points). Shujaa coach Kevin Wambua has stated the team is determined to reclaim a top-tier spot on the global stage.
Key Facts
- The Kenya Lionesses and Shujaa are competing in Uruguay.
- The teams are participating in the second leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 series.
- Shujaa is currently in third place with 16 points.
- Shujaa's first match is against the USA Eagles 7s on Saturday, March 21.
- Shujaa will also face Canada and Belgium on Saturday.
- Sunday's matches include Germany and Uruguay.
- Coach Kevin Wambua aims to reclaim a top-tier spot.