School games: Rivalries reignited as battle for national glory begins
The giants of Term One games on a mission to settle scores and finish their unfinished business. Laiser Hill, Butere, MGK and Tigoi put their titles on the line in hunt for a fresh mandate...
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The 2026 Brookside Secondary National Term One games have kicked off in Kisumu, igniting intense rivalries as schools battle for national glory across various sports.
- Several defending champions, including Laiser Hill Academy and Butere Girls High School, face tough challenges to retain their titles.
- The basketball opener features a highly anticipated clash between bitter rivals Laiser Hill and Dagoretti High.
- Key sports featured include basketball, hockey, and rugby, with schools like St Anthony's Boys High School Kitale and Upper Hill also in contention.
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