George Ooro
George Ooro is the captain of the Kenya Sevens rugby team, known as Shujaa. He has been a pivotal player for the team, demonstrating leadership and resilience in high-pressure situations. As the team prepares for the Hong Kong Sevens, Ooro's experience will be crucial as they aim to secure their place among the top eight elite teams in the World Rugby Sevens Series.
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George Ooro of Kenya Shujaa tackled John Franklin of Canada during their match.
Shujaa must edge Great Britain in their pursuit for SVNS series slot
Kenya· 2026-05-30
George Ooro was named Player of the tournament.
Shujaa finish third at Nairobi Sevens after losing to USAKenya· 2026-02-15
George Ooro is one of the co-captains of the Kenya Sevens team that won against Uruguay.
Shujaa hit Uruguay to pick fourth Nairobi Sevens winKenya· 2026-02-15
George Ooro will not be available for the match due to national team duty.
MMUST target first Kenya Cup win in crucial clash against ImpalaKenya· 2026-01-16
Shujaa captain George Ooro for the seventh try.
Big wins for KCB, Oilers and Kabras in Kenya CupKenya· 2025-12-07
In the back row, George Ooro starts against his former club, joining Joseph Wanjala and Felix Ojow, who keeps his place.
Champions Kabras Sugar out to extend Kenya Cup sweetnessKenya· 2025-12-06
George Ooro restored the advantage for the Bankers.
KCB crowned 2025 National Sevens Circuit championsKenya· 2025-09-14
Among the names expected to shine are George Ooro.
KCB aim to rule at Kabeberi Sevens with National Sevens Circuit title in sightKenya· 2025-09-05
Kenya Sevens captain George ‘Japolo’ Ooro expressed his eagerness to return to action.
KCB Rugby aim to extend winning run at Prinsloo SevensKenya· 2025-08-02
George Ooro was involved in a series of Kenyan mistakes of ball handling that allowed the USA to score.
Shujaa beat USA, book duel with South Africa after Hong Kong exitKenya· 2025-03-29
George Ooro co-captained the Kenya Sevens team and showcased his attacking prowess in the tournament.
Shujaa knocked out of Hong Kong sevens after defeat to FranceKenya· 2025-03-29George Ooro scored a try in the match against Spain.
Kenya Sevens stun Spain in Hong Kong Sevens openerKenya· 2025-03-28
George Ooro is one of the captains leading the team in the Hong Kong tournament.
Shujaa seek redemption in Hong Kong after Vancouver strugglesKenya· 2025-03-28
The squad is led by captains George Ooro and Samuel Asati.
Hong Kong Sevens: Shujaa renew rivalry with Spain, Great BritainKenya· 2025-03-27George Ooro is one of the captains leading the squad for the Hong Kong tournament.
Hong Kong Sevens: Shujaa renew rivalry with Spain, Great BritainKenya· 2025-03-27