SIRIKWA, Kenya – August 18, 2025 – At nearly 2,600 meters above sea level, training is never easy—but that’s exactly the point. Athletes at KATA Running Camp No. 29, under the guidance of operator and coach Christopher Ronoh, tested their limits in the camp’s latest 10km time trial.

With steady rainfall, unforgiving hills, and the thin air of Kenya’s high-altitude highlands, the course demanded not only fitness but also courage and resilience. The results reflected that determination.

Men’s 10km Results

1. Nickson Kipkemoi – 31:05

2. Evans Langat – 31:20

3. Collins Bett – 31:32

4. Nickson Kiprotich – 31:49

5. Vincent Rono – 31:55

6. Shadrack Kiprotich Yego – 32:02

“These time trials are about more than finishing times,” said Coach Ronoh. “They teach athletes how to endure, how to handle pressure, and how to race in conditions that mirror what they’ll face internationally.”

Building Champions Through Challenge

The 10km effort was as much a mental test as a physical one. The rolling Sirikwa terrain combined with altitude pushed runners to dig deep—yet they rose to the challenge, showing the toughness that has long defined Kenyan distance running.

Kipkemoi’s 31:05 win on such a demanding course set the tone, but every athlete who crossed the line proved the strength of the camp’s training program.

Part of a Bigger Vision

KATA Running Camps, founded and directed by Bob Anderson, have rapidly grown to more than 30 locations across Kenya. Each camp provides structured training, coaching, food, and community support, with the long-term goal of preparing athletes for international success.

Time trials like this one are central to the program’s mission: sharpening athletes, building confidence, and shaping the next generation of Kenyan champions.