Agnes Makhandia

Nairobi

Sports Reporter at Nation Media Group

Sports Reporter @NationMediaGroup @DailyNation and runs a Makhandia's Video Tech Company.Firm believer that Good things comes to those who wait.

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Handball: Unbeaten KDF Sharks eye more dominance

5 days ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

What you need to know:Despite the heavy loss, Young Zealots coach Mark Musebe remained optimistic, emphasizing the importance of the exposure gained in their debut season. “It was our first time to play in the League, and I must admit that it has been tough. But we intend to come back better,” said Musebe. Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Sharks have attributed their successful defence of the Kenya Handball Federation (KHF) Women’s National League title to player cohesion and unity within the team.
Mach, South Sudanese star turning heads in Kenyan volleyball

1 week ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

Despite dependable Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) middle blocker Ayuen Mach enjoying the best form of his career thus far, he still can’t represent his club and Kenya at the international stage. For Mach, 24, to play for KPA in the African Club Championship, his club must pay CHF 2000 (Sh258,000) as an international transfer fee to International Volleyball Federation (FIVB).
Kenyan policeman whose cheering earned him a promotion

1 week ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

If the General Service Unit (GSU) men’s volleyball team are playing, chances are high that Corporal Michael Maina is on the sidelines, decked out in vibrant Kenyan-coloured regalia, leading chants, dances, and stunts. But if they aren’t in action, you’ll find him stationed at his post along Thika Road in Nairobi.
DCI nab elusive final spot

1 week ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have dedicated their first ever qualification to the final of the Kenya Volleyball Federation women’s National League play-offs to their departed coach Daniel Bor. The DCI side, started in 2018, defeated former champions Kenya Prisons 3-2(25-21,25-22,17-25,16-25, 15-12) for a straight two games win in their best of three semi-final play-offs at the Makande Hall, in Mombasa yesterday.
Kenya’s tallest volleyball players in action at Makande

2 weeks ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

Height is a major advantage in volleyball. Players with the extra inches can dominate at the net both in attack and defence with strong spikes and water tight blocks. They can indeed be intimidating to opponents. As the Kenya Volleyball Federation men and women’s National League semi-final play-offs begin at Makanda Hall in Mombasa today, Nation Sport, after digging up the league’s bio date, shines the spotlight on the tallest players expected to feature.
Rwanda-based Meldina Sande eyes Malkia Strikers’ comeback

3 weeks ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

Left attacker Meldina Sande is eyeing a return to the national women’s volleyball team, Malkia Strikers, ahead of the 2025 FIVB World Championship set to take place in Thailand from August 22 to September 7. Kenya has been drawn in Pool ‘G’ alongside Poland, Vietnam, and Germany. Sande was recently named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the Rwanda National Volleyball League after guiding Rwanda Police to a commanding win over Patriotic Army of Rwanda in the final over the weekend.
Pipeline, KCB set for epic semi-final showdown

3 weeks ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

What you need to know:Pipeline secured their semi-final spot after a dominant 3-0 win (25-5, 25-18, 25-11) over Nairobi Prisons during the quarter-finals at the Nyayo National Stadium Gymnasium on Saturday. KCB, on the other hand, brushed aside Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) with a similar 3-0 scoreline (25-22, 25-13, 25-13). Omondi, who also serves as head coach of the national women’s team, Malkia Strikers, anticipates a tough match against KCB.
Newcomers ready to rattle giants in KVF playoffs

4 weeks ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

What you need to know:Prisons captain Joy Lusenaka said her side is ready but won’t take the debutants lightly. “We will not be overconfident ahead of our tie against Army,” said Lusenaka. “They made it to the last eight on merit, so we will not underrate them.” Debutantes Kenya Airport Police Unit (KAPU) men and Kenya Army women’s teams are confident of making a strong impression in the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) National League play-offs, which serve off Friday.
Kabras Sugar coach Katywa eyes sevens glory after winning SJAK award

1 month ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

What you need to know:SJAK President James Waindi also praised the achievement. “We are happy to be rewarding the most outstanding coach for the month once again, thanks to our partners Betika, who have made it possible. Kabras Sugar RFC head coach Carlos Katywa has set his sights on clinching the elusive National Sevens Circuit title, following his recognition as the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK)/Betika Coach of the Month for April.
Kabras Sugar coach Kyatwa eyes sevens glory after winning SJAK award

1 month ago | nation.africa | Agnes Makhandia

What you need to know:SJAK President James Waindi also praised the achievement. “We are happy to be rewarding the most outstanding coach for the month once again, thanks to our partners Betika, who have made it possible. Kabras Sugar RFC head coach Carlos Kyatwa has set his sights on clinching the elusive National Sevens Circuit title, following his recognition as the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK)/Betika Coach of the Month for April.