Simbas Coach Ian Snook started with a win against hosts Uganda in the Elgon Cup first leg in Kampala, Uganda today.
The Kenya national Rugby-15-aside beat Uganda 34-16
The Simbas grounded three tries, three conversions and one penalty in the first half to lead 24-9 as Uganda slotted in three penalties.
The Ian Snook coached side added fourth(bonus) and fifth tries in the second half while the Ugandans landed a converted try.
Wingers Jacob Ojee, Leo Seje and lock Oliver Mangeni crossed over in the first half with Darwin Mukidza booting all the points. Flanker Elkeans Musonye scored the bonus try for Kenya before Biko Adema confirmed the white wash.
Ivan Magomu was sure with the boot for Uganda scoring three penalties while Kabras winger Philip Wokorach came on in the second half to convert Simon Olet’s try which was the last score for the hosts.
The Elgon Cup return leg will be on Saturday July 7, 2018 in Nairobi which will triple up as Africa Gold Cup and 2019 World Cup qualifiers.