Basil Ogembo
5 Articles
Red hot Nairobi City Thunder blow out Beira to punch BAL ticket
From the opening whistle, their energy, ball movement, and defensive sharpness overwhelmed Beira, turning the semifinal into a one-sided showcase of Kenyan basketball supremacy.Albert Odero was unstoppable, delivering a masterclass with 32 points on an absurd 12-of-14 shooting, torching Beira in tra...
Road to BAL 2026: Why an all–East African final feels inevitable
From the very first tip-off, two teams have stood out— Nairobi City Thunder of Kenya and Tanzania’s Dar City.
All set ahead of 25th Great Ethiopian Run
Kenyan icons Moses Tanui and Daniel Komen are among the distinguished guests in Ethiopia, joining Jack Fleming, CEO of the Boston Marathon, and Carey Pinkowski, Executive Director of the Chicago Marathon, who are visiting Ethiopia for the first time.
Towering Thunder thumb Blazers to tip-off Road to BAL in style
The Kenyan side controlled the game from start to finish, showcasing depth, physicality, and flawless execution on both ends of the court.Thunder started with high intensity, pushing the pace and punishing the Blazers’ defensive lapses. Lance Thomas was hot from the perimeter, drilling three triples...
Road to BAL 2026 hits Nairobi: The star players and teams to watch
Dar City boasts a formidable blend of speed and size, but their success hinges heavily on Putney’s offensive production.