Former Ulinzi Warriors coach Balozi dead
This file photo shows former Ulinzi Warriors coach William Balozi smiling during an interview at a past event. He was reported dead on Sunday night, August 13, 2023. Photo/ Courtesy.
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Former
Ulinzi Warriors basketball team head coach William Balozi is dead.
The
coach who left his role in 2022 died on Sunday night, Warriors team manager
Stephen Bartilol has confirmed.
According
to Bartilol, the coach has been battling unspecified illness for a long time.
"It
is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the death of our
colleague and friend coach William balozi, who passed away on Aug 13 unexpectedly. He had suffered with a prolonged illness in recent
days.
"To
the family my sincerest condolences for you at this time. You have my deepest
sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots
of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult
time," Bartilol mourned.
Balozi
coached Ulinzi for 11 years, winning the Kenya Basketball Federation men's
Premier League title twice, in 2015 and 2019.
The coaches has been in the military since 1992 serving the country.
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