Kenya Lionesses Make History With Their First-Ever International Win

Kenya lionesses make history claiming their first-ever international tournament victory. The lionesses defeated Argentina 17-12 to win the 1st leg of the 2025 Challenger Series.

The Lionesses portrayed dominance from the start with an outstanding performance in the pool stages. They kicked off with a 20-5 victory over Samoa to deliver a resounding 29-7 triumph against Poland. These impressive wins secured their place in the semi-finals, where they faced the hosts, South Africa.

The Lionesses demonstrated remarkable resilience, edging out South Africa 19-15 to seal their place in the final. Despite the challenge posed by the South American side, Kenya stood tall and clinched a 17-12 victory over Argentina to claim the coveted title.

Head Coach Dennis Mwanja has praised his team’s determination and mental fortitude throughout the tournament, stating:

“The pool games were not as easy as they seemed, but the ladies proved resilient, winning all their matches. The semi-final against South Africa was a mental game, and after beating them on home soil, we knew nothing could stop us. The final was physically manageable, but the girls struggled mentally due to complacency. Nevertheless, we pushed through to secure the victory. We are now focused on another podium finish this weekend. This is a great milestone for the team, as we have never achieved such a feat before. This might be the best Lionesses team ever.”

The team now shifts its focus to the next leg of the Challenger Series, aiming for another starry performance.