Shabana coach Peter Okidi has been crowned the SportPesa League Coach of the Month for November after guiding his side through an impressive unbeaten run that marked a turning point in their season.
The tactician was rewarded for a strong month in which Shabana showed resilience, tactical discipline and consistency, especially away from home, to climb back up the league standings.
Under Okidi, Shabana went through the month of November without defeat in four league matches, all of them played away from home.
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SportPesa League Coach of the Month for November
The Gusii-based side registered two wins and two draws, a run that underlined their growing maturity and ability to grind out results on the road.
They opened the month with a hard-fought goalless draw against Kariobangi Sharks at Kasarani Stadium, a match that demanded defensive concentration and patience.
That result was followed by a crucial 1-0 victory over Ulinzi Stars at the Ulinzi Sports Complex, a win that boosted confidence within the squad.
The final two matches of the month came at a time when Okidi was away on international duty with the Junior Stars during the CECAFA AFCON qualifiers.
Assistant coach Bernard Mwalala took charge on the touchline, and the team did not lose focus.
Shabana secured a 1-1 draw against Murang’a SEAL at the SportPesa Arena before producing a statement performance with a shock 1-0 win over reigning champions Kenya Police at the Police Sacco Grounds to close out the month.
Goalkeeper Stephen Ochieng’ played a central role in Shabana’s success and was also nominated for the SportPesa League Player of the Month award for November.
Ochieng’ kept three clean sheets in the four matches, shutting out Kariobangi Sharks, Ulinzi Stars and defending champions Police FC. His consistency between the posts provided the foundation upon which the team’s positive results were built.
This strong run of form helped Shabana recover from an earlier slump and saw them climb to fifth place on the table with 18 points after 11 rounds, just before facing KCB.
The Coach of the Month award was presented ahead of Shabana’s clash against KCB at Kasarani Stadium, a match that further underlined their upward trajectory.
Shabana went on to win the game 3-1, with Kevin Omundi, Humphrey Obina and Ezekiah Omuri all getting on the scoresheet, while Kelvin Etemesi scored the lone goal for KCB, his third goal in two matches.
Okidi edged out competition from Ulinzi Stars head coach Stephen Ochola and Kenya Police head coach Dusan Stojanovic.
Ochola led Ulinzi Stars to two wins, two draws and one loss in November, while Stojanovic guided Police FC to four wins and two losses over the same period.
Peter Okidi named SportPesa League coach of the month for November
Speaking after being crowned Coach of the Month, Okidi expressed his delight at the recognition, saying;
“It’s an honor and a motivation that will help me go for more awards.” He was also quick to credit his assistant for his contribution during his absence, adding, “He is like a brother we share a lot, we used to communicate while I was away. This award also goes to him as he was there when I wasn’t around and he played a big part for the team to win this award.”
For his achievement, Coach Peter Okidi walked home with KSh 75,000 alongside a customized trophy, courtesy of SportPesa.
In October, Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor had won the same award, beating Charles Okere of Tusker, Patrick Odhiambo of Kakamega Homeboyz and Fred Ambani of AFC Leopards.