MMUST Rugby team received a donation of 15 Rugby kits on 24th July 2024, from Beest Athletic. This contribution aims to equip the MMUST Rugby team for the upcoming Rugby Sevens season, where the MMUST RFC will participate. The MMUST RFC is among the best in the region and participates in many tournaments.

This significant donation was officially received by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Student Affairs), Prof. Hussein Golicha, who hailed Beest Athletic for supporting the growth of young talent. He emphasized that the new kits will undoubtedly boost the performance and morale of our Rugby team.

A section of the MMUST Rugby displaying the new kits.

MMUST's RFC Coach, Mr. John Asila, expressed delight to the Beest Athletic for their donation saying that these kits will be incredibly beneficial to the players. "We appreciate your generous donation. This will also offer you an opportunity to market your brand. We encourage more stakeholders to support our young athletes," he said.

Additionally, the Games Tutor, Mr. Geoffrey Baraza, reiterated the Coach's sentiments, saying that the donation would certainly elevate the performance of the players. The team was also accompanied by MMUST Alumnus, who is also the former MMUST RFC Assistant Captain, Mr. James Chege.

MMUST RFC.

The duo acknowledged the support the team has received from other sponsors, including CEENET Technologies, Kakamega Community Center, and Amazon Entertainment, who have partnered with Beest Athletic for this donation. Their support is a testament to the positive impact that corporate partnerships have on educational institutions like MMUST, fostering growth and development. MMUST continues to offer programs that encourage students to explore other talents as they pursue education.

By Linet Owuor and Rhoda Mwikali

Photos by Shiundu Masafu and Steven Omondi