Kakamega Homeboyz centre-back Brian Wekesa is aiming for a better season ahead of the new campaign that starts in three weeks.The former Nzoia Sugar FC defender, who saw limited action last season, has promised to get more minutes under his feet this season.Wekesa was an important squad player for Homeboyz under the tenure of head coach Patrick Odhiambo, playing in the right-back position following the departure of then-first-choice Collins Odhiambo to Tusker FC.Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier to push for new rule on foreign playersHowever, fortunes turned against him when he sustained an injury, followed by the arrival of right-back John Omondi from Compel FC.The former Kariobangi Sharks defender stamped his authority, securing his spot in the lineup, while Wekesa sat out and watched from the stands.Despite his struggles last season, the former Nyota FC defender believes he has the potential to play more minutes this coming season.##NAJAVA_MECA_8249062##”Last season’s campaign was not fair to me. I started the season well, but the odds went against me as I was forced to largely watch from the stands, despite the setbacks I am working hard to obtain more minutes this season,” he explained.With recent changes to the former Mozzart Bet Cup champions’ technical bench, which saw seasoned tactician Ken Kenyatta and Duncan Otieno take over the mantle at Homeboyz, Wekesa is working relentlessly to restore his lost spot in the starting lineup.”We are in a new campaign with a new coach who brings a fresh start, so I am really working hard to be back in the starting lineup and play more regularly, even though I know there will be fierce competition from my teammates,” he continued.Harambee Stars prospect Bryan Mwangi loaned out in ScotlandThe no-nonsense defender, who typically plays in central defence, has echoed his sentiments on coach Kenyatta’s arrival, noting that players are eager to work under the former Kenyan international’s leadership.”We are pleased to have coach Kenyatta on board, and we look forward to working with him to improve our last-season performance,” he said.Homeboyz will play newly promoted Mara Sugar in their season opener on Sunday 25 August at Awendo Green Stadium.
