Auma, Nyerere shine at Impala gala

Judy Auma was named Impala Saracens Female Player of the Year during the club’s gala award ceremony held at the Impala grounds on Wednesday night.

Auma beat her teammates Diana Awino and Priscah Nyerere to scoop the top prize after a stellar performance for her team in the 2016/2017 season.

Diana Awino who starred alongside her teammate, scooped Player of the Team award for her leadership skills and positive team spirit.

Anne Koki won the Most Promising Player award. At 18, she is melting hearts with her splendid performances and pundits have tipped her to break into the national women’s team.

Speaking at the event, David Lukalo, former Impala chairman and ladies team patron, challenged the players to seek greatness always, urging the girls to back their playing careers with solid academic credentials.

“The main aspect you need to get right is balance. If you are employed, your boss has sales targets; your coach also has targets. Always remember that you won’t have excuses to slack on either, you will have to cultivate a balance that makes you really good at both,”Lukalo said in a moving advice to the girls.

The Wednesday evening event was attended by Kenya Lionesses captain, Philadelphia Olando and Kenya Lionesses player Sinaida Aura, Impala Saracens captain Samson Onsomu and forward Eric Kerre, amongst others.

Aura, who also spoke at the event said: “Sport talent is not everything. You always need to have a back-up plan when your rugby talent can no longer earn you a living due to injury or age. That back-up plan is a solid education.”

Winners

  1. Player of the Year – Judy Auma
  2. Most Promising Player – Anne Koki
  3. Impact Player of the Year – Priscah Nyerere
  4. Team Player of the Year – Diana Awino
  5. Comeback Award – Monica Mueni
  6. Team Member of the Year – Anne Apondi
  7. Spirit of Impala Award – Winnie Awino
  8. Patron Award – Anne Njeri

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