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recap June 30, 2026
Kenyan Basketball League Recap: Thrilling Weekends of Action
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Saturday Recap
Saturday's games kicked off with a bang as the Naitiri RC JSS took on the St. John's RC Savana in a closely contested matchup. The visitors ultimately emerged victorious with a score of 40-26. In another exciting game, the Naitiri FYM edged out the Naitiri RC 40-25, with both teams showcasing their skills on the court. Meanwhile, the St. Brigid's Girls and the Chebukaka Girls clashed in a high-scoring affair, with the Chebukaka Girls ultimately emerging victorious with a score of 61-10.
Sunday Recap
Sunday's games saw some thrilling finishes, including the 63-60 win for the MAKUENI FLAMERS over the EMBAKASI PRIDE in a nail-biting matchup. The LADY REBELS also had a thrilling victory, defeating the QUEEN BEES 109-30. The 73-63 win for the LEGACY over the DAYSTAR UNIV. was another highlight of the day, with both teams giving it their all on the court.
Players to Watch
The top performers of the week include Brian Shakes of KEMU, who averaged 31 points per game, and Hans Karanja of RIRUTA CANNONS, who averaged 48 points per game. Other notable players include Beryl Akinyi of OLYMPIC TIGRESSES, who averaged 19.5 points per game, and Mariel Mwongeri of NURU, who averaged 17.5 points per game.
Looking Ahead
As the season heats up, fans can expect more exciting games and thrilling finishes. The next few weeks will see some crucial matchups that will determine the league's standings. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis from the world of Kenyan basketball.