Fast-rising Tusker FC central defender Alex Onchwari is a man on a mission.Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsWhile he is focused on winning titles for the Brewers and cementing his name on the Kenyan football scene, he also has a bigger vision of inspiring football talents in Narok County.The county is known for its thriving tourism and rich cultural heritage and is not traditionally viewed as a hotbed of football talent. However, Onchwari believes that the sport has a bright future in the region.FIFA steps in as match-fixing allegations against Patrick Matasi take a new turnBorn and raised in the small town of Ololulunga, about 30 kilometers from Narok town, Onchwari’s love for football began at a young age.Like many boys in the area, he played the game while herding livestock or after attending to farm duties.His natural talent and imposing physique saw him thrive as a defender, but football was not always considered a viable career path in Narok.##NAJAVA_MECA_8822908##His breakthrough came in 2018 when he and his peers formed the White Rhinos football team to participate in the Chapa Dimba tournament.They won the Narok and South Rift region titles and advanced to the regional finals in Eldoret, where they were eliminated in the semifinals.However, Onchwari’s standout performance caught the attention of scouts, earning him a place among the 32 best players, 16 boys and 16 girls, who traveled to Spain for an elite training and benchmarking program.Gor Mahia coach desperate for Benson Omala’s scoring instinctsThat exposure opened doors for him, and upon returning home, he received interest from several clubs.He ultimately signed with former Kenyan Premier League (KPL) side Zoo FC, where he played for three years before moving to Somalia’s Horseed FC.After a brief four-month stint abroad, he returned to Kenya and joined Muhoroni Youth, helping them battle relegation in their return to the top flight.##NAJAVA_MECA_8823494##Muhoroni Youth were eventually relegated, but his impressive displays earned him a move to Tusker FC at the start of the current season.Since joining Tusker, Onchwari has been eager to prove himself.Despite a long wait for his debut, he finally got his chance on Sunday, 2 February, stepping in for the injured Tom Teka against KCB FC.FKFPL top scorer Ryan Ogam likely to miss remainder of season after undergoing surgerySince then, he has cemented his place in Charles Okere’s squad, showcasing his strength, defensive prowess, and tactical intelligence.“Tusker is a big team, and almost all players dream of playing here. I am motivated because nearly 60 percent of my teammates have played for the national team. That pushes me to believe that someday, I will also get the call-up,” Onchwari told Mozzart Sport.Onchwari acknowledges that the sport has not always been a priority in Narok, but he is encouraged by the increasing number of teams and young players embracing the game.##NAJAVA_MECA_8823512##“I tell my home mates that in football, one must make sacrifices and be patient. Without these, you won’t make it. Football in Narok is growing. Today, many teams have registered, and the boys are playing their hearts out,” he offered.Through his success, he is proving that talent from marginalized areas can break barriers and reach the highest levels of the sport.
