The October 15 time trials at KATA Sprinters Kiambu Camp No.16 delivered another strong performance from the athletes, confirming steady progress under the leadership of Coach Julius Migwi. The camp, supported by KATA Founder and Director Bob Anderson and Catherine Anderson, continues to strengthen Kenya’s growing sprint culture.
Favorable weather and excellent organization helped all participants perform well across the 60-meter and 400-meter events. Among the men, Moses Solonka (age 20) led the 60-meter sprint with a fast 13.0 seconds, followed by Antony Owino in 13.2 seconds. Peterson Matu (age 20) clocked 13.7, while Ezekiel Ngarui finished in 13.8 and Erick Wudi in 13.9.
In the women’s 60-meter event, Sheila Makhungu (age 23) posted a strong 14.3, and Emma Wavinya (age 23) followed closely with 14.8, both showing smooth acceleration and technical improvement.
The 400-meter race featured exceptional efforts as Peris Chege (age 36) dominated with 54.2 seconds, setting the mark for others to chase. Edwin Mutuma (age 25) ran 54.8, Joseph Kamau (age 25) finished in 55.9, and Gedion Otieno (age 21) clocked 63.2.
In the women’s 400-meter division, Doreen Waka (age 30) ran 69.0, Ruth Mumbe (age 29) 65.8, and the young Rosemary Mueni (age 18) posted 71.0. Gladys Ngure (age 29) did not start her heat.
Official Results – KATA Sprinters Kiambu Camp No.16 (October 15, 2025)
60m Men
1. Moses Solonka – 13.0 (Age 20, Bib No. 1)
2. Antony Owino – 13.2 (Age 30, Bib No. 2)
3. Peterson Matu – 13.7 (Age 20, Bib No. 4)
4. Ezekiel Ngarui – 13.8 (Age 21, Bib No. 5)
5. Erick Wudi – 13.9 (Age 22, Bib No. 6)
60m Women
1. Sheila Makhungu – 14.3 (Age 23, Bib No. 7)
2. Emma Wavinya – 14.8 (Age 23, Bib No. 8)
400m Mixed
1. Peris Chege – 54.2 (Age 36, Bib No. 9)
2. Edwin Mutuma – 54.8 (Age 25, Bib No. 10)
3. Joseph Kamau – 55.9 (Age 25, Bib No. 11)
4. Gedion Otieno – 63.2 (Age 21, Bib No. 13)
5. Ruth Mumbe – 65.8 (Age 29, Bib No. 15)
6. Doreen Waka – 69.0 (Age 30, Bib No. 14)
7. Rosemary Mueni – 71.0 (Age 18, Bib No. 16)
8. Gladys Ngure – DNS (Age 29, Bib No. 17)
Coach Julius Migwi praised the team’s continued improvement, saying, “Every athlete showed growth and focus today. Our goal remains the same — to become the best sprint camp in Kenya and to inspire the next generation of sprinters.”
He also thanked Bob and Catherine Anderson for their constant encouragement and support in both the training and community programs connected with the KATA movement.
KATA Sprinters Kiambu Camp No.16 continues to prove that with dedication, teamwork, and vision, Kenya’s future in sprinting is bright.