USIU Hoops to KUSF Victory
The 17th Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) Playoffs B in 2025 showcased the exceptional prowess of the United States International University (USIU) women’s basketball team. Their journey to the championship was marked by strategic play, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Quarter-Finals: USIU vs University of Eldoret
The tournament commenced with intense matchups, and USIU’s opening game against University of Eldoret (UOE) set the tone for their campaign. From the tip-off, USIU demonstrated superior skill and coordination. Their defense was impenetrable, limiting UOE to a mere 17 points. USIU’s fast breaks and precise shooting led to a commanding 54-point difference, securing a decisive 71-17 victory.
Results
| Team | T |
|---|---|
| USIU | 71 |
| UOE | 17 |
Semis: USIU vs JKUAT
Advancing to the semis, USIU faced JKUAT, a team known for its agility and three-point shooting. USIU’s experience and depth became evident in their tightened defense, reducing JKUAT’s scoring opportunities, and capitalising on turnovers. By the final buzzer, USIU had secured a 61-32 win, earning their spot in the championship game.
Results
| Team | T |
|---|---|
| JKUAT | 32 |
| USIU | 61 |
Finals: USIU vs Strathmore University (SU)
The championship game against SU was highly anticipated, with both teams having displayed exceptional form throughout the tournament. The game saw USIU take control early, with a strong 25-15 first-quarter lead. SU attempted a late comeback, scoring 21 points in the fourth quarter, but USIU held firm, maintaining their lead. Key performances came from Judith Patheleo, who led with 27 points and eight rebounds. USIU’s overall defense and free-throw efficiency (81%) helped secure their victory.
Recap
KUSF Playoffs (Women) 2025
KU
March 30, 20252:20 pm
USIU
Strathmore University
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USIU | 25 | 9 | 18 | 8 | 60 |
| SU | 15 | 7 | 8 | 21 | 51 |
| REB |
|
42 |
| AST |
|
11 |
| STL |
|
16 |
| BLK |
|
7 |
| PF |
|
16 |
| 37 |
|
REB |
| 13 |
|
AST |
| 10 |
|
STL |
| 2 |
|
BLK |
| 16 |
|
PF |
Game Statistics
Video
Details
| Date | Time | League | Season | Full Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 30, 2025 | 2:20 pm | KUSF Playoffs (Women) | 2025 | 48' |
Results
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USIU | 25 | 9 | 18 | 8 | 60 |
| SU | 15 | 7 | 8 | 21 | 51 |
USIU
| # | Player | Position | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OFF | DEF | TO | PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Divine Irakoze | - | 29:47 | 11 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 36.4 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 3 | 4 | 75.0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3 |
| 6 | Aaliyah Havi | - | 27:03 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 66.7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 14 | Catherine Molel | - | 25:16 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 20.0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 15 | Ninel Naiserian | - | 32:45 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 66.7 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 17 | Debby Alueth | - | 14:40 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 18 | Judith Patheleo | - | 34:33 | 27 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 21 | 38.1 | 3 | 7 | 42.9 | 8 | 8 | 100.0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5 |
| 22 | Marylisa Otieno | - | 35:56 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 17 | 29.4 | 2 | 8 | 25.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Total | 196 | 60 | 42 | 11 | 16 | 7 | 19 | 64 | 29.7 | 5 | 17 | 29.4 | 17 | 21 | 81.0 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 16 |
SU
| # | Player | Position | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FGM | FGA | FG% | 3PM | 3PA | 3P% | FTM | FTA | FT% | OFF | DEF | TO | PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Faith Akinyi | - | 08:32 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 100.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 5 | Jackie Odhiambo | - | 29:58 | 16 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 18 | 38.9 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 | 2 | 6 | 33.3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| 7 | Celin Juma | - | 12:42 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 | Alex Juma | - | 20:03 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 33.3 | 2 | 5 | 40.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 11 | Terence Lihanda | - | 29:40 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 16.7 | 0 | 4 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 |
| 12 | Margret Nerea | - | 21:41 | 6 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 14.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 6 | 66.7 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 |
| 13 | Joyce Otiende | - | 16:56 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 14 | Joy Mong’are | - | 12:45 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 18 | Leese Akinyi | - | 21:04 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 33.3 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 | 1 | 2 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 23 | Vanessa Marisca | - | 26:39 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 25.0 | 0 | 2 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 10 | Tinashe Gatimu | - | DNP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | - | - | 0 | - | - | 0 | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 194 | 51 | 37 | 13 | 10 | 2 | 21 | 64 | 32.8 | 2 | 15 | 13.3 | 7 | 14 | 50.0 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 16 |
Court
KU
As USIU basks in the glory of their well-deserved championship, the team sets a benchmark for excellence, motivating future generations of female basketball players in Kenya.
Full game statistics and more details are available on the KUSF Women website.
