NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 27 – The men’s national basketball league final was played on Sunday at the Nyayo National Stadium gymnasium and as always fans turned out in their best colors, witnessing KPA reclaim the title with an 80-61 victory over Ulinzi Warriors.
Here are some images from the epic duel.
KPA’s Victor Odendo receives the trophy from Victor Odendo in full military appreciation, much to the delight of the crowd. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluJKUAT’s Brigid Nthenya and Truphine Apondi pose with their trophies. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluEquity Hawks players collet their first runners’ up trophy. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluNatalie Akinyi of KPA was named as the women’s league Most Valuable Player. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluEldonets’ Stacy Ongwae was named as the Division One Most valuable player. She is sister to Kenya Morans’ Tyler Ongwae. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluKPA’s Joseph Mwangi being appreciated by family who had come to watch. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluUlinzi’s James Mwangi cleans out a perfect block on teh board. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluFormer Kenya captain Silalei Shani was also present to watch. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluThis young fan enjoyed the game as well. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluKPA fans cheering on. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluOuch! That must hurt! PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluWhen you line up for a free throw infront of opposition fans. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluThe game brought joy for KPA fans. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluCheering on their favourite team. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluUlinzi Warriors Eric Mutoro tries to find his balance on the dribble against KPA’s Tobias OdhiamboContrasting emotions from teh game. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluMilitary personnel were present to cheer on their team Ulinzi Warriors. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluCome on! PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluTeh fans must be heard. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluAnother battle between Bosire and Wange. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluNoise must be heard! PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluDefense! PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluLoud and proud! PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluUlinzi’s James Mwangi cleans out KPA’s Lennox Wange in a screen to clear the way for Victor Bosire. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluThe game turned it’s style on the court and the stands appreciated. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluWhistle away the opponent! PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluThe fans were loud and visible. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluLennox Wange wheels away from Ulinzi Warriors skipper Eric Mutoro. PHOTO/Timothy OlobuluTeams ready for tip off. PHOTO/Timothy Olobulu