Top 10 Standout Players of the Kenyan Women's League's First Half
The first half of the women's league season has concluded, revealing several standout players who have been instrumental to their teams' fortunes. Their stellar contributions on the pitch—including goals, crucial saves, and key interceptions—have been vital to securing points. Beyond goals and assists, these players are integral to their teams' overall functioning and tactical approach.
Their captivating performances have forged a strong bond with the fans, whose cheers and applause greet their every move on the pitch. Tisini presents 20 players who have truly shone.
PROVIDENCE KHASIALA MUKALO - VIHIGA QUEENS
“Mwana wa Mukalo” as popularly known, is a versatile player who has been a significant figure in Boniface Nyamunyamu's side. Primarily she's a box-to-box midfielder who operates mostly in the right half space. This season contrary to her playing position she has been deployed as a right centre back partnering with Ruth Khasoha at the heart of the defence.
From the back, her performance has not declined either as she has adapted to the new position well. With her good range of passing, she always seems to break the line with her well-timed passes. She has a passing efficiency of 81% whereby she has attempted 374 passes with 284 being complete. With the departure of Maureen Ater, Providence will be tasked to lead the team with the armband in her hand.
CHRISTABEL ORDIA - ZTECH SPARKS
One of the coolest right-backs in the league as her technicality puts her name ahead of others. A calm defender who is always comfortable with the ball on her feet, this attribute enables her to receive without pressure and progress the ball from the back with ease. Timed overlap runs, make her a threat in the final third as she always combines with the winger and the midfielder with an aim for slotting in the crosses in the box.
JERRINE ADHIAMBO “AGUERO” - MATHARE UNITED WOMEN
Typically, Jerrine is a sought-after midfielder who enjoys scoring goals. Playing as a second striker in the Anne Aluoch system, Jerrine tends to arrive in the box early as she has goal-scoring instincts. With 8 goals and 8 assists on her name, it makes her a valuable asset for the slum girls. The Madira girl's alumni creativity in the final third is worth to be talked about. Her line-breaking passes will always find her teammates in the right space.
JOYKING LADY - ULINZI STARLETS
Joking is one of the players the military side enjoys having in the squad as she is the leading goalscorer for the team with 5 goals. Playing as a right winger, she tends to trouble the fullbacks with her prowess in 1v1. Playing as a wide player, Ulinzi Starlets defenders tend to play long balls to find her. Though she's flawed as her recovery runs are not effective this exposes the fullbacks to the overloads.
SHIRLEEN ONJOTE - BUNYORE STARLETS
Though she's featuring for a struggling side, she's one of the players who is shining in the league. The right back from the Luanda-based outfit is known for her threat in early crosses from deep due to his long passing range. “Freekick Master” most people refer to her that way, as she is a specialist in deadballs. This season she has played in multiple positions as sometimes she's deployed as a Right winger or center back.
- CATHERINE KHAEMBA - BUNGOMA QUEENS
A natural striker who will have few touches in the game but will get you goals. The net buster tends to position herself between the opposition defenders and pin them in their half. With this technique, she tends to invite her teammates to join the attack. With elite ball striking, she's able to find the back of the net with much ease. With 10 goals in her bag, she leads the top scorer chart.
EVE CHEMUTAI - BANDARI QUEENS
“The scoring defender”, Chemutai is one of the defenders in the division who excels in her position. With 5 goals to her name, she's one of the defenders with more goals. With her technicality, she's able to play from the back without much pressure. The former Bunyore Starlet's player has cemented her place in the Dockers starting lineup due to his impressive run of results.
MARTHA AMANYOLETE - VIHIGA QUEENS
A glue that is holding Vihiga Queens midfield. Amanyolete who plays as a Defensive midfielder has been one of the significant players. Her defensive prowess and ability to sit on the ball allows her to control the game from the centre of the pitch. Having played 836 minutes, this shows how valuable she is for her side. She thrives. Her astute position has been vital in halting the opposition's attack whilst initiating transitions for her side.
She has managed to have 16 interceptions in her half while intercepting 12 times in the opposition half. While controlling the play from deep, she always tries to progress the play with his passes. She has managed to make 27 progress passes.
VALLERIE NEKESA - SOCCER ASSASSINS
At the age of 17, Vallarie is already making waves in countries of women's football. Known for her goal-scoring prowess, the star is helping her side in the WNSL. She is the leading goalscorer as she has already netted 8 goals. Valerie is a Center forward who can play in multiple positions up front, her pace and ability to take on defenders always make her an outstanding player. With high football intelligence, the Madira girl centre forward will always arrive in the box early and aim to connect with crosses.
EMILY MORANGA - KENYA POLICE BULLETS
The former Nyakach girls star struggled to find his feet with the league-defending champions. She was a second choice option as Beldine Odemba preferred Lucy Kwekwe over her. However, with the injury to Lucy Kwekwe, Moranga had an impressive run and that solidified her position in the starting eleven. Moranga uses her pace to create separation. She operates from wide areas where she always looks at taking on her maker
