Sports And Games
Sports & Games
Empowering Talent • Building Discipline • Inspiring Excellence
Welcome to the JKUAT Karen Campus Sports and Games section, led by George Kihara. In modern education, sports and games are recognized as a vital component of learning, promoting holistic development among both students and faculty.
Through active participation, individuals gain valuable life skills including discipline, teamwork, mental resilience, and improved academic performance. Sports also contribute significantly to physical health, social growth, and overall well-being.
The Karen Campus Sports Department collaborates closely with the Main Campus (Juja), as well as external sports federations and associations, to participate in annual tournaments and friendly matches.
Over the years, the department has nurtured talent in Athletics, Tennis, Basketball, Netball, and Chess, with athletes representing the campus at national and international levels. Its success is proudly reflected in a growing collection of trophies and achievements.
Through sports and games, we empower our students by fostering the following core values:
Health & Fitness
Social Development
Mental Growth
Competitive Excellence
Notable Achievements
- March 2022: Netball (Women) Winners in Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) tournament.
- February 2020: Netball (Women) runners-up in KUSF tournament.
- February 2015: Winners in Lawn Tennis individual game (Women) and runners-up in Rugby at Kisii University.
- December 2014: Singles women lawn tennis player Immaculate Elvira selected to represent JKUAT in the East African University Games in Kampala, Uganda.
- October 2014: Champions in Handball, Basketball, and multiple individual medals in Lawn Tennis at Pwani University.
Sports Facilities & Provisions
The Sports and Games Department is well equipped with modern facilities that support training, competitions, and talent development across various disciplines. These facilities ensure students have the right environment to train, grow, and compete at high levels.
Athletics Track
Basketball Court
Tennis Courts
Football Pitch
Chess Arena
Netball Court
Indoor Sports & Games
The Indoor Sports section provides students with opportunities to engage in skill-based and recreational activities that enhance mental agility, physical coordination, and overall well-being. These activities are designed to promote strategic thinking, focus, and healthy competition within a controlled environment.
Table Tennis
Chess
Darts
Gym & Fitness
Scrabble
Badminton
Outdoor Sports & Facilities
The Outdoor Sports facilities provide an excellent environment for physical development, teamwork, and competitive training. These spaces support both recreational and competitive sports, allowing students to build endurance, strength, and coordination while participating in structured games and tournaments.
Basketball Court
Football Pitch
Netball Court
Rugby Pitch
Volleyball Court
Vision
To prepare a healthy JKUAT community through integrated, interesting and practical regular health and fitness programs and services within and beyond the university.
Mission
To provide sports and games services through active and practical participation of both students and staff for the development of physical, mental, and social fitness of the JKUAT community and humanity in general.