KCB and Kenya Pipeline dominate opening day of Kenya Cup Women’s Volleyball Tournament
KCB and Kenya Pipeline made a strong statement on the opening day of the inaugural Kenya Cup Women’s Volleyball Tournament, securing dominant victories at Nyayo National Stadium gymnasium.
Kenyan volleyball giants KCB and Kenya Pipeline stamped their authority on the opening day of the inaugural Kenya Cup Women’s Volleyball Tournament, winning their matches in dominant fashion at the Nyayo National Stadium gymnasium on Friday.
The tournament features seven teams split into two pools. In Pool B, KCB and Kenya Pipeline made a strong start, easing past Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and Kenya Army, respectively, with straight-set victories.
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Kenya Pipeline opened proceedings against Kenya Army, displaying their superiority with a commanding 25-13, 25-10, 25-12 win. KCB followed suit with a 25-16, 25-12, 25-19 triumph over KDF, who fought hard but could not match the bankers’ firepower.
The day’s most thrilling encounter came from Pool A, where Kenya Prisons overcame a spirited DCI 3-1. Prisons took the first set 25-16, but DCI bounced back to claim the second 25-21. The correctional side then regained control, winning the third set 25-14 and narrowly edging the fourth 25-23 to seal victory.
PostBank, the third team in Pool A, is yet to make its tournament debut and will play in a later round. Meanwhile, the Kenya Volleyball Federation has yet to schedule the next set of fixtures, as the men’s edition of the Kenya Cup takes centre stage next week.
Speaking to The Eastleigh Voice, DCI coach Jeremiah Mukopi welcomed the competition, noting that it offers a valuable platform to integrate fringe players into the first team.
“League matches come with high-pressure expectations, but cup tournaments provide a more relaxed environment. Today, I fielded players straight out of school, and from their performance, I now have a better understanding of how to help them improve,” said Mukopi, who joined DCI from Equity Bank in September 2024.
Kenya Prisons coach Josp James Barasa praised his team’s resilience in overcoming a determined DCI and lauded the decision to host the tournament indoors.
“Kenya has very few indoor volleyball arenas, yet this is an indoor sport. Playing in the right environment will enhance our players’ experience and prepare them better for international competitions,” Barasa said.
Mukopi echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the benefits of indoor volleyball.
“Outdoor conditions—wind, dust, hard surfaces, and even mud—affect play and increase the risk of injury. Indoor matches allow players to refine their skills under proper conditions,” he said.
With action underway, teams will be eager to build on their opening performances as they vie for the inaugural Kenya Cup Women’s Volleyball title.
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