Bandari FC head coach John Baraza has heaped praise on speedy winger William Gitama, who was called up to the national team, Harambee Stars, for the COSAFA Cup in South Africa, scheduled for June 26th to July 7th.Baraza, a former Kenyan international, is confident in Gitama’s potential, seeing him as a crucial player for both Bandari FC and the national team, Harambee Stars. “He is a good player. He traveled back to Mombasa for the ongoing school games. He is a kid with great potential and very soon, he will be a special player not only for Bandari FC but also for the national team,” said Baraza.Gitama, still a student at Serani High School in Mombasa, has shown remarkable skill and promise. Baraza, who himself was a national team striker, highlighted the youngster’s impressive performance in their recent goalless draw against Police FC at the Police Sacco Stadium.Bajaber keen to make final Harambee Stars squad for COSAFA Cup after maiden call“He is young, around 16 years old, but his knowledge of the game and speed is top-notch. For him to give such a performance against Police FC, which is mainly composed of international players, shows he is headed in the right direction. His performance impressed me,” added Baraza.##NAJAVA_MECA_8173438##Baraza also predicted that Gitama would be an important player for Kenya in the COSAFA Cup if he makes the final squad.Jackson Macharia’s experience shapes future stars at Posta Rangers“I feel that he is a kid that will help the national team in COSAFA. Coach Ken has found an asset that will be really useful in South Africa,” he concluded.Kenya, invited to the tournament as guests to replace Malawi, who pulled out of the competition, will be coached by Ken Odhiambo. Odhiambo, one of the assistant coaches to Engin Firat in the national team, will lead a predominantly young squad with some experienced players.
