Kariobangi Sharks head coach William Muluya has emphasized the significance of his team’s developmental philosophy in shaping the national team, Harambee Stars, and the FKF Premier League.Sharks have built a reputation in recent years as a club that nurtures and exports young talent to higher leagues while providing opportunities for emerging players to compete in the top tier.From the sale of Ovella Ochieng to the recent transfers of Stanley Wilson to Swedish club AIK, Collins Ochieng to Danish side AC Horsens, Humphrey Aroko’s trials with AIK, and Keith Imbali’s move to Shabana, the club continues to serve as a key pipeline for Kenyan footballers.##NAJAVA_MECA_8702726##Muluya believes such transfers benefit the country as much as they do Sharks.“I would say it is an advantage for the country. When more players receive advanced, quality football education and development, it will be a significant boost for Harambee Stars,” Muluya stated after their match against AFC Leopards.The former Harambee Stars assistant coach is known for giving young players, including those still in secondary school or fresh from school, a chance to play at the highest level.Mara Sugar coach praises new signings after dominant display against FC TalantaHe revealed that this is a deliberate effort by both himself and the club to contribute to the growth of Kenyan football.“At Sharks, it is our responsibility and priority to give young players the opportunity to develop and progress in their careers.For instance, we currently have Francis Memusi from Laiser Hill Academy and Kevin Musambai from St. Antony’s, Kitale, who both completed their national exams last year. We also have Price Musebe, who came from Green Commandos and is now at Kenyatta University,” he added.Sofapaka hits back at Ken Odhiambo over ‘supermarket balls’ jab after Bandari lossOne of the league’s standout midfielders this season, 18-year-old Andreas Odhiambo, has grown in stature and experience, having represented Kenya at the U-17 and U-20 levels.“If we don’t give such players the chance, who will? Who would have given Odhiambo the opportunity he has today?The impact is clear. Even at AFC Leopards, there are several former Sharks players. So, it’s not just beneficial for us but also for the entire country,” Muluya concluded.
