Coaches from across Kajiado North have successfully completed a free training session organized by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Kajiado North Sub-Branch to enhance their understanding of football rules and match management. The session took place at Beatus Rongai.
The workshop, conducted by a qualified referee instructor in collaboration with the Match Officials Committee, brought together willing coaches from Ongata Rongai, Oleri, Ngong, Nkaimurunya, and Ololua. The objective was to equip participants with a clear interpretation of the Laws of the Game as outlined by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
During the training, coaches were taken through several key topics including the duties of referees and assistant referees, the offside rule, fouls and misconduct, disciplinary actions, as well as free kicks, penalties and restarts. The session concluded with a Q&A segment and practical demonstrations to ensure that the concepts were well understood.
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Organizers said the initiative aimed to improve fair play, enhance communication between coaches and match officials and promote better team discipline and performance in local competitions. The training was particularly beneficial to coaches preparing for the upcoming 2025/2026 tournaments and league seasons.
Participants expressed appreciation for the opportunity, noting that the session offered valuable insight into the practical application of football laws. They also commended FKF Kajiado North Sub-Branch for its effort to support grassroots football through continuous education and development programs.
The FKF Kajiado North Sub-Branch General Secretary, Dismas Okello, said the federation remains committed to ensuring that all coaches and technical staff within the sub-county are well-informed about the rules governing the game. The initiative was supported by the Sub-Branch Chairman, Lukas Saidi, and Treasurer, Erick Njuguna.
Through such programs, FKF Kajiado North continues to strengthen local football structures and promote a culture of fairness, discipline, and professionalism on and off the pitch.
By Benedict Aoya
