Final preparations for the Senator Wafula Wakoli Basketball Tournament 2024 Edition have been completed, paving the way for an exciting two-day showdown at Bungoma High School on December 21st and 22nd.
The tournament, which seeks to nurture basketball talent in Bungoma County and beyond, has attracted significant attention, with over 20 teams set to compete.
The event is expected to spotlight hidden talent from rural areas and provide opportunities for budding athletes to break into the national basketball scene.
The Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) has lauded Senator Wafula Wakoli for his commitment to grassroots sports development.
KBF official Caroline Masibo, speaking during the final preparations, praised the initiative as a game-changer for basketball in the region.
“We shall have scouts from basketball teams across the country this weekend, ready to identify and nurture raw talent from the grassroots,” she said.
“I’m thrilled to see six girls’ teams and over 16 male teams participating. What Senator Wakoli is doing to elevate basketball in the county and the nation is truly commendable.”
The tournament will feature intense competition in the men’s category, divided into four pools as follows:
MEN’S TEAMS
POOL A
- Simba
- Hotspurs
- Sirakaru
- Namwela
- BC Hoopers
POOL B
- Jogoo BBC
- Chetambe Warrior’s
- Webton
- Lugulu
POOL C
- Jogoo Thunders
- Kisiwa Rocket’s
- Giants
- Jabali Cougar
POOL D
- Avengers
- Hunter’s
- Kimilili Sonics
- Chetambe Bulls
The inclusion of six girls’ teams highlights the tournament’s focus on inclusivity and fostering young female athletes.
Basketball scouts from across the country are expected to attend, seeking to identify promising players for opportunities in regional and national leagues.
Senator Wafula Wakoli’s vision of promoting sports in Bungoma County has been met with widespread appreciation.
The tournament is anticipated to be a key platform for discovering and nurturing talent while fostering unity and healthy competition within the community.
Basketball fans and local residents are encouraged to attend the event and cheer on their teams as Bungoma High School transforms into the hub of basketball excitement this weekend.