Budding Tusker FC striker David Polepole has opened up on his most memorable moments since joining the senior team.The fast-rising forward made his senior team debut on Wednesday, 26 February, during their 1-1 draw against Shabana FC in Machakos.He came off the bench to replace Ryan Ogam, and despite not scoring, his impact was immediate.Kakamega Homeboyz goalkeeper opens up on Rising Stars exclusionFollow our WhatsApp channel for more newsHis next off-the-bench performance came in the 0-0 draw against Bandari FC, and though the team struggled to secure a win, Polepole’s presence did not go unnoticed.The youngster’s breakthrough came in the Mozzart Bet Cup against Nairobi United. Despite the team’s loss, he impressed with a 15th-minute goal that sent a statement.His most significant achievement came against Posta Rangers, where he netted his first-ever Premier League goal, guiding the Brewers to a hard-fought 2-1 victory. For the young striker, these moments were unforgettable.🤩| David Polepole. Remember the name. Welcome to the Premier League boy! #KenyaMilele #GameNiYetu pic.twitter.com/kLL5bHngaD— Tusker FC (@tusker_fc) March 14, 2025 “The first goal I scored was a memorable one. Although unfortunately we were knocked out, that goal and another one in the Premier League against Posta Rangers were memorable for me. The second one, we won the match, and that keeps coming to my mind every day,” the eloquent Polepole told Mozzart Sport.Joining the senior team is a dream come true for Polepole, who beamed with pride and gratitude about the opportunity.”Joining the senior team is a satisfying feeling, and it is also a privilege and honour because it is not easy. I felt like a dream come true because, looking at my background, I always craved this,” he shared.Polepole went on to note the differences between playing in the junior league and the senior team.📺| Tusker FC striker David Polepole opens up about his journey in football, his career growth, and the challenges he’s faced along the way. He shares the emotional story of how a serious knee injury almost led him to quit the game.FULL INTERVIEW: https://t.co/NCPzCJdOTN pic.twitter.com/60VXfc0EkV— Tusker FC (@tusker_fc) March 27, 2025 “The junior team, in terms of experience and technical part, is a bit different compared to the senior league, which is more intense, and people play with more experience because you are playing with some players who play at international levels. Since I played in the lower league, joining the senior team was seamless because we play the same systems,” he averred.Polepole is stepping into big shoes, filling the void left by Ogam, who is set to miss the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery. The pressure of stepping up is certainly there, but he remains calm and focused.Inside Cheche’s back-to-back U17 World Cup plans”I am not under any pressure. As long as you follow instructions, what the coaches say, and how they are guiding you, and do what needs to be done on the pitch, I’m putting my mind there,” he confidently said.Looking forward, he is committed to improving his skills and contributing to the team’s success.”I want to improve on the technical part as an individual. I have to be as good as possible and utilise every chance I get to also help the team secure points,” he concluded.##NAJAVA_MECA_8867587##
