Malkia strikers, the national women’s volleyball team left the country today ahead of 2020 Africa Olympic qualifiers in Cameroon for the sole slot for Africa in Tokyo, Japan.
Kenya will be facing off with Africa giants Nigeria, Egypt, hosts Cameroon and Botswana.
The Paul Bitok led team of 14 members is expected to touch down capital, Yaounde as they search to end the 16-year since 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece.
Kenya serve off their campaign on Sunday against Egypt before taking on rivals Cameroon on Tuesday
SQUAD
Setters: Jane Wacu, Joy Lusenaka
Middle blockers: Edith Wisa, Gladys Ekaru, Joan Chelagat, Violet Makuto
Outside hitters: Mercy Moim, Jemimah Siang’u, Leonida Kasaya, Noel Murambi
Opposites: Emmaculate Chemtai, Sharon Chepchumba
TECHNICAL BENCH
Team Manager: David Kilundo
Head coach: Paul Bitok
Assistant coaches: Japheth Munala, Josp Barasa
Physiotherapist: Sarah Karongo
Statistician: Shota Katagiri