Stanley Njenga, the Titans right back relishes a league return against rivals JKUAT since the club took a break after their first league game in March. ?We have been preparing for this game, it?s big game and we wouldnt want to disappoint our fans. It is a big University derby (since JKUAT is the mother school to Kimathi University) and I?ll be happy if we walk away with three points.?
Being his second season at the Titans, he seems upbeat to face any opposition. He has had an impressive run last season and in the pre-season tournaments and friendlies.
JKUAT is a strong side to play against; they have a good midfield and play the ball well into space. I know they will be a tough side to play against but it?s up to us to up our game.? Last season, the Titans edged out JKUAT with an emphatic 2-1 victory at City Park. However, Stanley is happy to be with his club, ?It?s always a player?s dream to be signed into a club and join the first team. I?ve always enjoyed each game as it is, whether it?s a win, a draw or a loss!?. Big stan also appreciates the efforts Simon Peter ?SP? Mwangi, the Titans Coach, ?He is a good coach, I?m glad he has spotted the talent in me and has given me the chance to play for one of the best clubs in the KHU National League!?
Titans Team Spirit
The Kimathi Titans play against JKUAT this coming Sunday at City Park from 2pm, a league match that is pitted to showcase lots of talents as both teams have a very strong midfield and striking power. Titans will be relying on the services of the ever brilliant Brian Ahenda, troublesome Chris Mchwanju and Sniper Austine to control the midfield, and the likes of Lethal Joseh Fab, cheeky Young Freddie and vigilant Simonynsky to blow punches to the JKUAT striking. Philip, Nyaga, Big Stan and Misheck will be expected to hold the line of defense while young ?Almunia? Mathenge guards against the goals.
But however this is not the final team sheet; who knows, SP might through in a few tricks from up his sleeve. Like our Facebook page: The Titans Hockey Club or follow us on twitter @kimathititans for more on the club.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Quarter-final draw (5/6 & 12/13 April)
2011 QUARTER FINAL DRAW
1: Real Madrid CF (ESP) Tottenham Hotspur FC (ENG)
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2: Chelsea FC (ENG) Manchester United FC (ENG)
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3: FC Barcelona (ESP) FC Shakhtar Donetsk (UKR)
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4: FC Internazionale Milano (ITA, holders) FC Schalke 04 (GER)
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Semi-final draw (26/27 April & 3/4 May)
1: Inter/Schalke VS Chelsea/Manchester United
2: Real Madrid/Tottenham VS Barcelona/Shakhtar
Final (20.45CET, 28 May, Wembley)
Winner semi-final 2 v Winner semi-final 1
The pairings from the quarter-finals onwards were determined by an open draw in which no teams were seeded and clubs from the same national association could be drawn against each other. The side drawn first will play the first leg at home. The last-four fixtures are also determined while an additional draw defined whether the winner of semi-final 1 or the winner of semi-final 2 will be considered, for administrative purposes, the home side in the final.
“NIESTI!” The roar made by the Titans in every game they played in the KHU National League this past season. With there dedication, diligence, enthusiasm and hard work they have pulled themselves up from a disappointing last position last season to end third this season! What is it that made them come up this far? Well, some may say, it sheer luck, others their hard work. Their respect to God, dedication in training and the inception of the new players in the club has seen the Kimathi university Hockey team rise to be what it is this season. Lewi, Misheck, Justus Mesa, Isaac Mbugua, Chris Mchwanju and Joseph Ng’ang’a joining the team to go ranks higher to be one of the best in the National League.
Having performed poorly last season, Simon Peter “SP”, The Titans coach, scouted for more players to add onto the team to strengthen its ranks! Having enforced the team it was a matter of training and team spirit which they proved they could do perfectly! Having played nine games they had a 4-2-3 record! They won four games, drawn two and lost thrice! “It was a good season but I know we would have done better”, states SP. “The boys were resilient, hardworking and disciplined. I know we were the best team but it is not always as we hope for.”. It was rather not hard to notice that SP was impressed by the team and is looking forward to the next season to lift the National League trophy. “I believe deep down in my heart that with much support from the administration and hard training, we will clinch the top spot next season. All we need to do is to do our part and trust God for the rest.
Fredrick Nyaga, the team’s skipper was impressed with leading his team to the third position. “Comparing with last season I’ll not hide my joy for the fact that we did well this season. Being our second season and performing that well against well experienced teams in the league, I would say it shows that we are going to be top dogs in the coming seasons”. Fredrick also stated that he was not impressed by the games they lost especially to Parklands Sports Club who are the clubs biggest rivals. When asked to comment about the teams performance, Martin Waweru, the clubs Team Manager said that he was impressed by their performance but stated that he expected more! “I know we would have done better, but half a loaf is better than none”. “My greatest disappointment is that we have no sponsors as yet and we would like to have one. The school administration has really done well in supporting us and I know they wouldn’t mind a helping hand”, continues Martin. He also stated that hockey in Kenya has not really got the promotion and sponsorship that it really deserves and he prays that the corporate world will come up and sponsor the sport. “The country is so much concentrated on Athletics, Soccer, Rugby and have forgotten hockey in which it fields good teams and clubs.”
Being the only hockey club in Nyeri region, the club has really represented the region well. “It is a young team and we promise that we shall be one of the biggest hockey clubs in Kenya.”, says Brian Ahenda the ace midfielder. “I am confident that we shall be in the top ranks with teams such as Kenya Police and Nairobi Simba”. “I would like to play in the Premier league against these teams while in this club and hope that we will next season.”, continues Ahenda.
“We have been receiving numerous fans especially on facebook. Our new website also receive numerous visits.”, comments Simon Mwangi, the site admin and also who is the clubs forward. We urge our fans to continue to support us and join our facebook page and our site.”. The club is currently training and having friendlies in preparation for oncoming university and club tourneys as they also wait for the next season. We hope with their continual dedication and training they will become what they all hope for.
Why people play football for 45 minutes, not 30 minutes or 1 hour?There are 2 teams and there are 11 players in each team.Each player brings his own "2 balls"So in total there are 44 balls.There is one bigger ball on the ground itself. Thus the grand total is45 balls. One minute per ball. Hence 45 minutesSometimes there is extra time of 2 minutes which is the referee's balls!
