Gor Mahia head coach Jonathan McKinstry says he is impressed with how his players are responding to training and their quick grasp of his philosophy ahead of the start of the new campaign.The Irish tactician joined Gor in July this year, succeeding Andreas Spier who according to the club, left upon the expiry of his short term contract.McKinstry, whose early days at Gor were characterized by player go slows among other off the pitch issues but the gaffer is happy to have the players training as a unit with the league kick off just weeks away.##NAJAVA_MECA_6706229##The 2022-2023 Football Kenya Federation Premier League season is projected to belatedly start in the final weekend of the month according to FKF President Nick Mwendwa who made the announcement last month while reopening the Goal Project offices.McKinstry, further said he was satisfied with the fitness levels of the players. Gor have played a number of test matches thus far and are expected to tackle more teams before the league dates.”Preparations for the new season are progressing to plan with fitness levels improving everyday, and players adapting well to new tactical ideas,” he told club media.Mwalala’s plan to end Ulinzi Stars dry spell experienced last seasonThe former Uganda Cranes head coach will be hoping to guide Gor Mahia to successfully reclaim the league title they lost to Tusker two seasons ago.K’Ogalo who are still serving a transfer ban will also be bidding to return to the continental stage after two years in the cold.