Focus key ahead of Embu Sevens, warns MMUST ace Clarence Hope

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST RFC) youngster Clarence Hope has rallied his teammates to stay positive as they prepare for the Embu 7s this weekend, the fourth leg of the 2025 National Sevens Circuit.

The students have endured a tough start to the series, struggling to find rhythm in the opening three tournaments. Driftwood 7s, the Lurambi-based outfit, managed eighth position; Prinsloo 7s finished 16th; and the just-concluded Christie 7s, where they finished 11th.

However, the young center believes the team has what it takes to bounce back.

"We know the results have not gone our way so far, but that does not mean we stop believing.

“As a team, we are determined to fight for every game in Embu. We cannot afford to look down on ourselves.

“This is another chance to show what MMUST rugby is made of."

MMUST, who recently earned promotion back to the Kenya Cup under coach John Asila, will line up in Pool D at the Embu 7s.

They face a tough test against Kenya Harlequins, Catholic Monks, and Zetech Oaks.

Despite the challenging draw, Hope insists the students have sharpened their focus in training and will be aiming to upset the odds.

"We respect every opponent, but we also believe in our ability. The goal is to redeem ourselves and give our fans something to cheer about," he added.

The Embu 7s will be crucial for MMUST as they chase consistency and seek to re-establish themselves among the competitive sides in the sevens circuit.