The University of Nairobi hockey teams made their presence felt at the coast this past weekend during the Kenya Hockey Union (KHU) League matches held on April 19th and 20th, 2025, at the Mombasa Sports Club. Facing stiff competition, the Cubs, Lions, and the ladies’ team all showed grit, skill, and team spirit in a weekend of thrilling action.
The UoN Dynamites delivered a commanding performance in the KBF Premier League, blowing away the Storms with a 52-36 win. From the opening whistle, the Dynamites brought intensity, teamwork, and precision, controlling the tempo and leaving the Storms chasing shadows.
With smart plays on both ends of the court and a defense that held strong under pressure, UoN proved they’re a force to be reckoned with this season. It wasn’t just a win—it was a statement.
The Dynamites are rising
The University of Nairobi, in partnership with Masese Za Abdala & Rapture Resource Agency, hosted the vibrant "Talanta Bila Uraibu" Campus Soccer Tournament at the Main Campus Sports Grounds. Organized through the University’s Directorate of Sports, this two-day event held on the 12th and 13th aimed to promote a drug-free lifestyle among students through the power of sports.
The Vice Chancellor held a consultative meeting today to discuss matters pertaining the performance of Mean Machine (UON Rugby team) and challenges thereof. The team agreed on a bounce back strategy which will see Machine reclaim their title in the Kenya Cup.
In attendance are; DVC(AA) -Prof. Leonidah Kerubo,KRU Chairman- Alexander Mutai, Mean Machine First Captain (1977)- Cliff Mukulu ,Ag. Director,Sports and Games-Rose Marete, Games Tutor in charge Rugby team-Raphael Kithuka and the current Mean Machine captain -Victor Mwangi.
University of Nairobi, Department of Sports and Games held a Departmental Team Building on 16th May 2023, at the University of Nairobi Sports Grounds.
CLeopas Makori an Alluminae of University of Nairobi class of 2014 has donated Soccer Balls to the Director of Sports and Games on 6th June 2023.
Lisa Wele, a Second-year student of the University of Nairobi, Faculty of Arts and social sciences is among the four Kenyan ladies listed for the upcoming Africa Festival of Table Tennis that is scheduled to take place from 1st May 2023 to 6th May 2023 at Kasarani.
The Department of Sports and Games is one of the Core Central Departments of the University of Nairobi. Services offered at the Department include; Students recreational and competitive sports (indoor and outdoor),staff recreational services and other physical wellness consultancies. The Director's Office is situated behind Hall 3- off State House road. Other Sports and Games sections are located at various University Colleges /Campuses (including Kisumu and Mombasa).
Teams from more than 20 countries who battled their way through qualifiers and national finals will tip off in front of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World;the Pyramids of Giza – for the climax of world's biggest 3×3 streetball tournament.
During the Kenya National qualifications and trials for the Redbull 3x3 Basketball Challenge, our ladies team (Dynamites) emerged as winners and so qualified for the world finals. The four ladies are Elizabeth Okumu, Faith Atieno, Shalon Gaceri, Alisha Ellora.
We wish them all the best as they prepare to participate in this global event.
