Tylor Ongwae
Tylor Ongwae is a prominent forward for the Kenya national basketball team, the Morans. After initially retiring following the 2021 AfroBasket tournament, Ongwae made a comeback in 2025, bringing experience and skill to the squad as they strive to recover from a setback in their qualifying campaign.
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Thunder captain Tylor Ongwae said that they are ready for the challenge and they are driven by the desire to improve on last year’s performance.
Thunder tip off 2026 BAL against Uganda's Namuwongo Blazers
Kenya· 2025-11-17
Tylor Ongwae is the captain of the Thunder team and was instrumental in their two matches last weekend.
Will Thunder and KPA bag KBF league titles today?Kenya· 2025-09-13
Tylor Ongwae is a professional player whom Rose Mshila revered and coached.
For Rose Mshila, good things are coming in small packagesKenya· 2025-09-08
Captain Tylor Ongwae led from the front with 24 points.
Champs Thunder silence KPA as Phoenix hit Eldonets in KBF tiesKenya· 2025-06-30
Tylor Ongwae acknowledged the team's strong defensive identity but pointed out offensive struggles as a key issue.
Kenya Morans reflect on lessons after AfroBasket qualifying disappointmentKenya· 2025-02-24
Ongwae, playing his first FIBA game for Kenya since January 2022, initially retired after the 2021 AfroBasket tournament but made a surprise U-turn earlier this year.
Shame as Kenya Morans hand Tunisia walkover in AfroBasket qualifiersKenya· 2025-02-22
