Hit Squad head coach Benjamin Musa has said he will overhaul the team to streamline Kenya's performance on the global front.
In an interview, Musa predicted a brighter future for Kenyan pugilists, saying the nation had gleaned crucial tips from several setbacks.
“We'll be back bigger and stronger. We learned several lessons during the many failed attempts at the Olympic qualifiers and we are confident we will use them to launch a more competitive squad,” he remarked.
Kenya failed to send a boxer to the premier quadrennial global showpiece for the first time in sixty years, putting the entire federation on the spot.
However, Musa now reckons things are looking up for the country, and local boxing enthusiasts should expect a bumper harvest shortly.
“Unfortunately, we failed to send boxers to the 2024 Paris Games, which attracted much criticism. However, some factors must be addressed for the nation to register a better outcome in the next qualifiers. We have keenly studied the situation and believe we now have the answers,” he said.
The seasoned gaffer said they would rummage through the Boxing Federation of Kenya competitions for quality talent to beef up the team.
“Nobody is guaranteed a slot on the national team and we are encouraging our boxers in the league to fight hard for the slots. The selection window is now open and we will give everyone a chance because we are seeking to build a winning outfit,” he said.
He urged the government to consider funding more boxers for subsequent tournaments, noting that the country stood to boost its medal potential with more numbers.
“Travelling with full squads will increase our chances of qualifying and bagging more tournament medals. We hope to secure more funds in the future,” he said.
