Gladiators FC claimed victory in the seven-a-side tournament title after defeating TMK Wazee 3-1 in the final at Kahawa Wendani turf.
The event was held to raise funds for the family of the departed Ulinzi Starlets' coach Mwanza.
In the semifinals, TMK Wazee beat Let's Talk Women 2-0 while Gladiators FC beat Zagadat 2-1 to advance.
The quarterfinals saw Let's Talk Women edge out Ulinzi Starlets Technical 2-0, TMK Wazee beat Githurai Samba 1-0, Zagadat (Kahawa United) overcame KU Lions 2-0 while Gladiators prevailed 1-0 over G 45.
The tournament was organised to celebrate the life of coach Mwanza, who played a pivotal role in the growth of women’s football in Kenya.
Starlets' assistant coach Emily 'Kante' Ayuma reflected on her journey with Mwanza, describing him as a mentor and father figure from her pioneering life as a footballer before transitioning to coaching.
"He introduced me to coaching and has been my mentor. He was very close to players and we are just heartbroken and we can't believe he is no more. He was a father figure to many of us," she said.
Ayuma recalled her days as a player under Mwanza's leadership at Kahawa Queens, where they climbed from regional to Premier League.
"We have come from far and I feel bad as it is a big loss. Mwanza was a people person and extremely social," she added, vowing to continue his legacy.
Ulinzi Starlets' captain, Elizabeth Shivachi, echoed similar sentiments, emphasising the coach's immense impact on the team and the broader football community.
"He’s been a family to any person who has passed through his hands and we are grateful for the support we've seen today. Football has taken us to another level and it’s all thanks to him," she said.
Shivachi urged the team to come together and carry on his legacy despite the loss.
"When we planned this tournament, we didn't expect this turnout. This means the coach was loved by a lot of people. We'll miss the coach so much because he has been a huge inspiration to us. We were once civilians but through football, we got promoted," she concluded
The event, which attracted 18 teams, was a fitting tribute to coach Mwanza, whose life touched the lives of so many in Kenyan football.
