Kenyans learn valuable lessons from heavy defeat to Zambia
Kenya's U18 polo team suffered an 8.5-5 defeat to Zambia as poor defending, limited team training and tactical mistakes overshadowed home advantage...
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Kenya's U18 polo team suffered a significant 8.5-5 defeat to Zambia in the U18 International Championships at Manyatta Polo Club on August 2, despite starting as the favored side.
- Zambia secured a surprising victory through prowess, hard work, and accuracy, overcoming Kenya's initial advantage.
- Zambian captain Ryan Jellis was the top scorer with seven goals, while Kenya's captain, Lochie Murray, scored five.
- Key lessons for the Kenyan team included the importance of training as a unit, securing energetic horses, and understanding their abilities early, with their loss attributed partly to slower play and less unit training compared to the Zambians.
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