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Machine Win Embu Sevens Tournament
[September 22, 2014]

Machine Win Embu Sevens Tournament


(AllAfrica Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Nairobi's Mean Machine won a Sevens rugby tournament at the Moi Stadium, Embu over the weekend.

Machine beat hosts Embu Dragons 19-15 to clinch the trophy in the competitive tournament sponsored by Embu County Government, Airtel mobile phone services provider and Embu University College.

Mt Kenya University clinched third position after the Dragons beat them 12-10 in the semi finals.

Ten clubs from all over the country took part in the well attended tournament which was the first of its kind at the stadium.



Kimathi University from Nyeri were fourth followed by Jackals from Nanyuki.

Other teams in the tournament included Kirinyaga University College, Chuka University, Kangaru School, Embu Eagles and Embu Prisons Embu sports executive (CEC) Emily Thaara and chief officer (CO) Raymond Kinyua said the staging of the tournament in Embu was aimed at preparing Embu County to be included in the national Rugby Sevens Series in future.


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