The stage is set for an exciting year of school sports in Kenya, with Mombasa and Nakuru selected to host the 2025 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) games.
The Term One National Games will take place in Mombasa, while Term Two will be held in Nakuru. In addition, Nakuru will host the 2025 Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Associations (FEASSSA) Games, bringing together the best school teams from across East Africa.
With a variety of sports, top schools competing, and the best young talent on display, the 2025 school games promise to be an unforgettable experience.
KSSSA Term One National Games – Mombasa
Mombasa, a city known for its warm weather and beautiful coastline, will host the Term One National Games from April 5th to April 13th, 2025. These games will see top schools battle it out in various sports.
Key Details of Term One Games:
- Sports Featured: Athletics, Basketball 5-on-5, Hockey, Cross Country, Handball, Rugby 15’s, and Swimming.
- Host Region: Coast
- Host County: Mombasa
- Venue: Various locations in Mombasa
- Referees’ Clinics: April 5th to 7th, 2025
- Arrival of Teams: April 6th, 2025
- Opening Ceremony: April 7th, 2025, at Shanzu Teachers Training College (TTC)
- Competition Dates: April 8th to 12th, 2025
- Closing Ceremony: April 11th, 2025, at Shanzu TTC
- Teams’ Departure: April 13th, 2025
Mombasa will provide an exciting backdrop for the games, with teams competing in fast-paced action while also experiencing the rich culture of the coastal region.
KSSSA Term Two National Games – Nakuru
The Term Two National Games will shift the action to Nakuru City in the Rift Valley, running from July 26th to August 3rd, 2025. This leg of the competition will feature intense battles in sports such as soccer, volleyball, netball, rugby 7s, basketball 3-on-3, and racquet games.
Key Details of Term Two Games:
- Host Region: Rift Valley
- Host County: Nakuru
- Venue: Nakuru High School
- Referees’ Clinics: July 26th to 28th, 2025
- Arrival of Teams: July 27th, 2025
- Opening Ceremony: July 28th, 2025, at Afraha Stadium
- Competition Dates: July 29th to August 2nd, 2025
- Closing Ceremony: August 2nd, 2025, at Nakuru High School
- Teams’ Departure: August 3rd, 2025
With Nakuru’s central location and great sporting facilities, the Term Two Games promise to deliver thrilling action and fierce competition.
FEASSSA Games in Nakuru – A Regional Showdown
Adding to the excitement, Nakuru will also host the 2025 Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) Games. This event will bring together top teams from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan for a regional championship.
Key Details of FEASSSA Games:
- Host Country: Kenya
- Host Region: Rift Valley
- Host City: Nakuru
- Training Camp: August 3rd to 11th, 2025
- Teams’ Arrival: August 12th, 2025
- Competition Dates: August 14th to 22nd, 2025
- Closing Ceremony: August 22nd, 2025
- Teams’ Departure: August 23rd, 2025
These games will provide young athletes with the opportunity to compete at an international level, gaining exposure and experience on a bigger stage.
Why These Games Matter
The KSSSA and FEASSSA games play a crucial role in developing young athletes, offering them a platform to showcase their talents and even attract scouts from professional teams. Many of Kenya’s top sports stars started their journey in these school competitions, and the 2025 games could reveal the next big names in sports.
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