The County Government of Uasin Gishu has set structures and programs intended to grow and commercialize sports talents.
Speaking during the launch of 2nd leg of Eldoret City Volleyball Tournament on Friday, Governor Jonathan Bii said his government puts talent development as a fulcrum for youth empowerment and overall, societal development.
The Governor said Chagaiya High Altitude Training Camp and a multi-purpose sports complex set to be established in Racecourse Ward, are among the county projects aimed at nurturing talent.
The Governor also said his administration will continue expanding the Governor’s Cup program to incorporate more talents.
Growing talents
Paul Bitok Foundation through patron Paul Bitok, lauded the County Government for seeking collaboration in growing talent.
He said this year’s edition has attracted over 100 teams, among them 62 sponsored by the county and 36 playing in the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) leader.
In addition the tournament has attracted teams from Uganda, Tanzania as well as Ethiopia.
The first round of the tournament involving the 62 teams will be held on October 30, 2023 while the main event is slated for December 1st and 2nd at the Eldoret National Polytechnic.
“12 teams will be picked to play with the top teams in the main event slated for December 1st and second,” Bitok, the national Volleyball team head coach told journalists.
County Executive for Sports, Eng Lucy Ng’endo said the Department of Sports is ready to undertake sports programs as inspired by the Governor from time to time.
Further, Nahum Jelagat, the Chief Officer for Sports, said the tourney will be crucial for Uasin Gishu teams to get exposed to the international stage, as representatives of top clubs will be keen to beef up their stables.
