The Technical University of Mombasa (TUM) has recorded a strong performance in university sports and games following a series of impressive achievements across regional, inter-university, and East African competitions.
In the Kenya University Sports Federation Coast League 2025–2026 season, TUM posted impressive results across various categories. The women’s football and netball teams secured first position, while the men’s hockey team also emerged top in its category.
The men’s basketball team finished second, alongside the women’s volleyball team.
As for handball, both men’s and women’s handball teams secured second positions.
At the inter-university beach games held in Malindi, TUM continued its impressive run, finishing second in men’s beach volleyball and handball. The beach soccer team secured third place.
At the East African Universities Women Games, TUM maintained its regional competitiveness, with the women’s handball team, chess team, and scrabble team all finishing in second position.
Speaking after receiving the trophies, the Vice Chancellor, Prof Laila Abubakar, congratulated the student athletes for their remarkable achievements, describing their success as a proud moment for the institution.
She noted that the victories achieved across various competitions have significantly elevated the university’s profile and strengthened its reputation within the competitive sports sector, both at regional and inter-university levels.
The VC urged the teams to remain focused and ambitious, encouraging them to uphold the same determination as they advance to higher levels of competition.
She also challenged the sportsmen and women to aim beyond regional success and aspire for international level, where they can further showcase their talent and represent the University.
On his part, the University Sports and Games Officer, Mr Anthony Mwanzia, attributed the success to the consistent support from university management towards sports development.
He noted that the support has played a vital role in strengthening training programs, improving team preparation, and enhancing overall performance across different disciplines.
The sports officer further highlighted that the achievements were also driven by the dedication, and commitment of the student athletes, who have consistently demonstrated resilience and strong competitive spirit both in training and during competitions.
He also disclosed that the sports at the University has increasingly opened doors for several talented students to join professional teams and access certain employment opportunities.
The VC said she supports such initiatives.
