Tusker FC head coach Charles Okere has expressed his satisfaction with the club’s youth development project, hailing it as a key success in their season’s objectives.The initiative, which Okere identified as a priority, has seen the promotion of two promising youngsters—David Polopole and Teddy Dok—to the senior team.Harambee Stars captain Olunga confident in Kenya’s World Cup qualifying chancesDok made the leap at the start of the season, while Polepole, previously the youth team’s assistant skipper, was elevated during the mid-season transfer window.Okere’s delight was evident after the duo made an immediate impact, each scoring their maiden Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) goals to secure a 2-1 victory over Posta Rangers.##NAJAVA_MECA_8790203##”No risk, no story to write; now we have something to talk about,” Okere said. “David PoloPole is a graduate of our youth system.Our goal has been to establish a culture of developing young talent and transitioning them to the senior side. I’m happy we launched this program at the start of the season, and now it’s paying off.”Kenya U17 midfielder’s promise to Kenyans ahead of Cameroon clashThe coach is particularly thrilled that Tusker’s commitment to nurturing young players is yielding tangible results, with three academy graduates now integrated into the senior squad in the last two seasons.Last campaign, the 12-time league champions also promoted Edwin Simiyu, another promising talented custodian, from the junior ranks.##NAJAVA_MECA_8790251##”The progress of Polopole and Dok is proof that our systems are working. We want to keep pushing them to reach their full potential,” Okere added.While Tusker has been proactive in youth development, they are not alone. Other FKF Premier League giants, including record champions Gor Mahia and 12-time league winners AFC Leopards, also have junior sides that have produced success stories in the past.Gor Mahia electoral board announced ahead of April pollBeyond youth development, Tusker’s win over Posta Rangers was also a significant morale booster, ending a five-match winless streak.The victory moves the Brewers to within a point off league leaders Kenya Police FC, reigniting their title charge.
