Location: Kapcherop & Tenden, Kenya | Camps: 01 & 09 Elevation: ~2,300m Camp Operator: Philemon Kipruto
The KATA Running Camps in Kapcherop (Camp 01) and Tenden (Camp 09) staged a joint high-altitude time trial on August 13, 2025, bringing together talented athletes to test their form and competitiveness.
Held under favorable weather conditions, the event featured both 5km and 10km races on challenging mixed-terrain routes. The scenic but demanding course at over 2,300 meters pushed athletes to maintain a strong pace from start to finish, demonstrating the benefits of their disciplined training programs.
Building Strength and Team Spirit
Coach Philimon Kipruto, who operates both camps, praised the athletes’ effort, noting clear improvements in endurance, speed, and tactical execution. The trial served as both a performance assessment and preparation for upcoming competitions.
The collaboration between the two KATA Running Camps strengthened team spirit, creating a competitive yet supportive atmosphere. Athletes encouraged each other while still pushing hard for top spots, underscoring KATA’s commitment to nurturing elite distance running.
These running camps are part of the wider KATA Potato Farms initiative, which supports athletes by combining high-level training with sustainable potato farming to provide long-term income opportunities.
Results
10km Meni
1. Donal Kimaru (Bib 011) – 29:19.92 – Kapcherop
2. Allan Mwetich (Bib 010) – 29:33.79 – Kapcherop
3. Duncan Kemei (Bib 001) – 29:42.58 – Tenden
4. Dennis Kosgei (Bib 005) – 29:44.77 – Kapcherop
5. Enock Tanui (Bib 003) – 29:57.18 – Kapcherop
6. Hosea Tuei (Bib 002) – 30:10.33 – Kapcherop
7. Evans Kemboi (Bib 004) – 30:17.93 – Kapcherop
8. Ian Kimtai (Bib 003) – 30:45.39 – Tenden
9. Clement Kipkoech (Bib 004) – 31:41.71 – Tenden
10km Women
1. Beatrice Rutto (Bib 015) – 35:32.43 – Kapcherop
5km Men
1. Dennis Kipchirchir (Bib 007) – 14:50.01 – Kapcherop
2. Shadrack Plimo (Bib 006) – 15:01.20 – Kapcherop
3. Sammy Kwemoi (Bib 002) – 15:04.24 – Tenden
4. Kelvin K. Kiptoo (Bib 009) – 15:10.26 – Kapcherop
5. Nickson R. Kipkemoi (Bib 005) – 16:15.30 – Tenden
6. Alex K. Rutto (Bib 008) – 16:13.57 – Kapcherop
7. Emmanuel Kemboi (Bib 006) – 17:04.34 – Tenden
5km Women
1. Mercy Jebichi (Bib 012) – 17:14.35 – Kapcherop
2. Sarah Chepkemoi (Bib 013) – 19:36.20 – Kapcherop
3. Mercy Jepchumba (Bib 014) – 19:50.09 – Kapcherop
Conclusion
This joint time trial between Kapcherop and Tenden KATA Camps, operated by Philemon Kipruto, reinforced the benefits of combining camp talent for high-quality competition. With several sub-30-minute 10km runs at altitude and strong showings across both distances, the athletes are proving that the KATA program’s blend of elite training and community spirit is yielding results.