Kabati Youth chairman Ben Mwangi has outlined three top priorities for the newly-promoted side, as they prepare to feature in the 2025/2026 National Super League (NSL).The Murang’a-based outfit was crowned champions of the FKF Division One Zone A after an impressive season that saw them win 16 matches, draw eight, and lose only four. They bid the third-tier league in style with a narrow 1-0 win over Dandora Youth on Sunday, 18 May at the dusty Mukerenju Primary School grounds.##NAJAVA_MECA_8945036##The lone goal was scored by Sylvanus Indako in the second half, fulfilling the dream the side had been chasing for over 10 years.Now that the goal has been achieved, the chairman is already turning his attention to what lies ahead. The priorities are clear:Upgrading the playing surfaceTop of the agenda is the improvement of their home ground. Ong’anya hails Sofapaka captain’s role in his Premier League breakthroughTheir playing surface is widely known as “the red carpet” due to the dusty, red-colored soil common in Murang’a.Mwangi admitted the current pitch does not meet NSL standards.“The most immediate priority is fixing our playing ground. NSL has its standards. This pitch, in its current condition, now does not meet NSL standards. We have reached out to different stakeholders and are working with several partners to make sure that this ground is upgraded and ready by the time we kick off the league,” he told Mozzart Sport.Securing financial supportThe soft-spoken chairman was candid about the financial demands of NSL football, noting that they were still below par. How Akorino coach used faith to secure NSL promotion with Kabati YouthHe called on sponsors to support the team as they prepare for a more competitive league.He further noted that the club’s vibrant fan base was a unique selling point for potential partners.“In terms of finances, NSL is no walk in the park. We are already in high gear, trying to look for sponsors. May I take this opportunity to reach out to potential sponsors who are willing to support us? This is a big team, and we have a dream to one day play in the FKF Premier League. We have a great community behind us, and we have great numbers,” he revealed.Strengthening the squadThe third key focus is on bolstering the team. Mwangi praised the players and technical bench for their tremendous effort throughout the season, but acknowledged the need to review the squad to remain competitive in the second tier.“We have to evaluate the team. The boys have done a fantastic job. Together with the technical bench, we will review where we are at to see which areas we need to strengthen so that we are ready by the time NSL kicks off,” he concluded.The team’s rise has been nothing short of inspirational. Kenyan youngster on the verge of his LaLiga debutThey began at the county level, gradually working their way up through the regional and Division Two leagues, before earning promotion to Division One two years ago. Now, in only their second season at that level, they have secured their place in the NSL.
