The inaugural Kenya Cup Volleyball Tournament 2025 came to a dramatic close at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, with GSU Men’s Team and KCB Women’s Team lifting the coveted titles after action-packed finals on Sunday, July 13.
GSU’s Remarkable Comeback to Clinch Men’s Title
In the men’s category, GSU staged a sensational comeback, overturning a two-set deficit to defeat fierce rivals Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) 3-2 in a thrilling five-set final.
KDF had the perfect start, clinching the opening two sets 25-22 and 26-24, silencing the Kasarani crowd with their aggressive play and solid blocking. But GSU showed why they are National League champions, digging deep to claw their way back.
With renewed energy and sharper execution, GSU edged the third set 26-24, before dominating the fourth 25-17 to level the tie. In a tense decider, GSU’s experience and resilience saw them triumph 15-12, sealing a memorable victory and completing a season double—having reclaimed the National League title just a month ago.
In the men’s third-place playoff, Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) secured the bronze medal with a hard-fought 3-1 win over Kenya Prisons. The match saw sets of 27-25, 25-16, 36-38, 25-19, with KPA bouncing back strongly after their semifinal loss to KDF.
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KCB Women Dismantle Pipeline for Kenya Cup Glory
Over in the women’s category, KCB Women’s Volleyball Team stunned National League champions Kenya Pipeline, claiming a dominant 3-0 victory (25-16, 25-19, 25-22) in the final.
It was a sweet moment of redemption for the bankers, who had lost to Pipeline in the National League playoff semifinals back in May. Led by the outstanding Terry Tata, who was later named Most Valuable Player, KCB executed their game plan perfectly—combining power, precision, and a relentless defense to leave Pipeline chasing shadows.
In the women’s bronze medal clash, Kenya Prisons made light work of DCI, sweeping them aside 3-0 (25-15, 25-13, 25-19). It was a satisfying revenge for Prisons, who had fallen to DCI in the National League playoff semifinals earlier in the season.
Kenya Cup Individual Awards
GSU and KCB not only walked away with the team trophies but also scooped most of the individual awards across both categories.
Men’s Awards:
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Most Valuable Player: Simion Kipkorir (GSU)
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Best Setter: Brian Melly (GSU)
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Best Middle Blocker: Sirengo (KDF)
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Best Opposite: Collins Muya (KDF)
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Best Server: Enoch Mogeni (KPA)
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Best Outside Hitter: Nicholas Matui (GSU)
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Best Libero: Hudson Kipchumba (GSU)
Women’s Awards:
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Most Valuable Player: Terry Tata (KCB)
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Best Setter: Esther Mutinda (KCB)
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Best Middle Blocker: Belinda Barasa (KCB)
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Best Opposite Hitter: Pamela Adhiambo (Kenya Pipeline)
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Best Server: Meldina Sande (Kenya Prisons)
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Best Libero: Cellestine Nyongesa (Kenya Pipeline)
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Best Outside Hitter: Juliana Namutira (KCB)
Prize Money and Glory
The Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) confirmed a KSh 300,000 cash prize for the champions in both categories. The runners-up received KSh 200,000, while third-place teams pocketed KSh 100,000 each.
The Kenya Cup 2025 delivered thrilling action, memorable comebacks, and top-tier volleyball. GSU and KCB have firmly stamped their authority on the local scene, sending a strong message ahead of the upcoming National League season.
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