Sports

Olympics

Congratulations:
Believe it or not Kenya is in the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano. In cross country skiing (of all things), Philip Boit finished in last place. Boit, who is from Eldoret in Kenya, is thrilled with being the first ever Kenyan entrant in a skiing event. He says that he will continue to strive in his dream of being a champion. He said today that he hopes to reach his goal in the next 3 to 4 years. As far as I am concerned, Boit has taken a big step for Kenya, the only skiing I ever saw in my thirteen years in Kenya was done on water. There were 5 other entrants that dropped out of the race, so I believe that Philip has shown true olympic spirit by finishing the race regardless of rank. Philip was congradulated by Bjoern Daehlie of Norway ( Gold Medalist ) upon crossing the finsh line.

For other Olympic News and info please visit
The Official 98 Winter Olympic Site

Soccer

Soccer is the sport in Kenya, as it is in most of the world. Both national and international games are followed in the papers, and the World Cup finds virtually the whole country in front of every available television. Children playing with a bundle of rags for a ball are just as enthusiastic as the First Division veterans. Pick up games are easy to find, although ball control is often more highly regarded than team strategy.

First Division Standings

African Champion's Cup, etc.

CAF - 1998 World Cup playoffs - Keep up to date on Kenya's progress. You can also try CDM 98 AFRIQUE for similar info.

Rugby

Kenya Rugby Football Union - address only

Rugby Populations

The Safari Rally
Courtesy of KenyaWeb.com

The 1998 Safari Rally is now under way, actually it's half over but here are some fact about this years rally.

Entrants
Other information

Track and Field

Kenya's runners, particularly in long distance events, achieved international recognition some time ago through athletes like Kip Keino and have continually earned further recognition. Several Kenyans consistently rank among the world's best.

100th Boston Marathon official results - A great example of Kenya's long-distance strength, the top five male finishers were all Kenyans. One female finisher was Kenyan.

101st Boston Marathon official results - Once again Kenya dominates the finishing ramks.

Annual Bay to Breakers Race (San Francisco) - Kenya wins for the 6th year in a row.

Golf

1996 Standard Charter Kenya Open

Cricket

If any cricket fans would like to help out on this section, please let me know.