Report Q1 2026

Summary

Q1 2026 was a busy opening in the new year for the club. Q1 was opened with an invitational tournament title and continued with Senior-League competition - (3W/2D/2L) by Matchday 7. Off the pitch, the club hosted its first school-based tournament for students in Kisumu under the theme “Bridging Knowledge and Skills”, pairing matches with life-skills sessions and expanding its partner network.

Objectives

• Compete consistently in the Kisumu County League.

  Fixture/Standings: https://www.fkfleagues.co.ke/fixtures/kisumu2526za

• Bridge knowledge and practical skills through football-based education for school pupils.

• Grow youth pathways and female representation in sport.

Competitions

• Invitational Tournament (January): Champions. The tournament brought together teams from different regions; it was a valuable experience as we tested ourselves against varied playing styles, picked up proper technical and tactical skills, and returned with trophies. Definetly a strong statement to start the year.

• Kisumu Senior League: 7 matches played (3 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses); positive trajectory and growing confidence.

Community & Education

• Nyalenda Schools Tournament (21–22 Feb 2026, St Mary’s School): First edition for junior & CBC primary pupils.

Life-skills talks delivered alongside the tournament.

• Capacity & Inclusion: Recruited a recently graduated former player into staff to support operations and mentor girls.

  
  

Partnerships

Q1 activities were supported by: Better Me, Play for Change, SHOFCO, Stories Makers, HOK, and Kenya Red Cross.

We want to thank all of them for supporting our projects.

Outcomes & Impact

• Competitive progress: 11 points from 7 games showing improving cohesion and match sharpness.

• First structured junior tournament in Nyalenda linking sport with learning.

• Increased visibility of female role models within the club.

• Strengthened multi-partner collaboration for community programming.

Next Steps (Holiday & Q2)

Holiday activities: training clinics, small-sided festivals, and follow-up life-skills sessions.

Sustain league form and target greater consistency.

Expand school partnerships and document participation to support fundraising.