Bungoma County delivered a commanding performance in women’s volleyball as Trans Nzoia advanced in tug-of-war, while athletes from Makueni, Homa Bay, Bomet, Bungoma, Kajiado and Kilifi claimed podium positions in the women’s 200 metres during Day Four of the seventh edition of the College and University Sports Association (CASA) Games.

Bungoma demonstrated their dominance in women’s volleyball after defeating Uasin Gishu in straight sets, winning 25-3, 25-13 and 25-16 in a match that showcased their strength, coordination and determination.

The team set the pace from the opening set, restricting Uasin Gishu to just three points in a one-sided start. They maintained their momentum in the second set, winning 25-13, before sealing the match with a 25-16 victory in the third set.

The emphatic win highlighted Bungoma’s competitiveness in the women’s volleyball category as teams continued to battle for honours at the games.

In athletics, Brigit Kitale of Makueni led the women’s 200 metres, followed by Dorcas Osuri of Homa Bay in second place and Daisy Cheptalang of Bomet in third position.

Kitale’s first-place finish earned Makueni top honours in the sprint event, while Osuri and Cheptalang completed the podium for Homa Bay and Bomet, respectively.

In the men’s 200 metres, Ramadhan Fwamba of Bungoma claimed first place, with Isaiah Miesiyiek of Kajiado finishing second and Elijah Koi of Kilifi taking third position.

Fwamba’s victory secured top honours for Bungoma in the men’s sprint, while Miesiyiek and Koi also earned podium finishes for their respective counties.

 The results highlighted the competitive nature of the athletics events, with the six athletes representing different counties in the battle for recognition at the games.

Meanwhile, Trans Nzoia secured a victory in the tug-of-war semi-finals, strengthening their bid for the title as the competition moved into its decisive stages.

The game underlined the importance of teamwork, coordination and collective strength, where success depends on the ability of competitors to work together under pressure.Trans Nzoia’s progression added to the day’s competitive action, with teams working extra hard to secure victories and advance further in their respective disciplines.

The day’s results reflected the diversity of competition at the CASA Games, with volleyball testing team coordination, athletics rewarding individual speed and tug-of-war demanding collective strength.

As the seventh edition of the games continued, participating counties and institutions remained focused on securing podium finishes and progressing through the various competitions.

With Bungoma celebrating success in volleyball and the men’s 200 metres.

 Makueni took the women’s sprint title and Trans Nzoia advancing in tug-of-war, Day Four of the events provided a showcase of sporting talent, determination and county representation.

The games continue to offer athletes and teams an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities while promoting competition and sportsmanship among participating institutions, and

discipline, through games such football, handball, volleyball, netball, golf, badminton, board games and para-volleyball, alongside cultural performances and an eating competition.

The competitions are being held at various venues across Kisumu, including Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu National Polytechnic, Kenyatta Sports Ground, Aga Khan Hall and Kisumu Golf Club.

The week-long event, running from October 25 to 31, brings together members and staff of county assemblies for sporting competition, cultural exchange and networking under the theme, “Beyond Competition: Forging Lasting Bonds through Sports and Culture.”

Approximately 2,000 county assembly members are expected to participate, with the total number of participants and visitors projected to reach 10,000.

by Mabel Keya- Shikuku / Chrispine Oduor Onyango  / Rose Anyul