Africa Nazarene University (ANU) Wolfpacks head coach Michael Oluoch has challenged his charges to deliver a complete four-quarter performance when they host Moischers.
The second fixture of the 2026 Men's Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Premier League is scheduled for Saturday at the Africa Nazarene University Grounds.
ANU head into the tie advantaged by a 69-64 opening-day victory over Equity Dumas, a result that underlined their attacking fluency in the first half and resilience in the closing stages after surviving a third-quarter scare.
The Wolfpacks had surged to a 43-31 halftime lead before their advantage was trimmed to two points. They eventually regrouped to seal a five-point win. Reflecting on that performance, Oluoch said execution and game management remain priority areas ahead of the weekend clash.
“We reviewed the last match, and there were positives, especially in our energy and defensive effort, but we also identified areas we must improve,” said Oluoch.
“Our turnovers and shot selection dipped in certain stretches, particularly in the third quarter. Against a disciplined side like Moischers, those lapses can be costly.”
Saturday’s encounter also carries added weight for the Wolfpacks, who are determined to improve on last season’s mid-table finish after missing out on the playoff bracket following an inconsistent second leg.
Narrow defeats and lapses in defensive concentration ultimately undermined their push for a top-tier position despite competitive scoring numbers across the campaign. “Last season taught us that small margins make a big difference in as far as position in concerned,” Oluoch noted.
“We lost games we should have closed out, and that affected our standing. This year, the objective is to stay in the playoff conversation from the beginning and maintain consistency throughout.”
The tactician emphasised defensive organisation, transition coverage and ball security as key performance indicators against Moischers, whom he described as a physical and structured outfit.
“We must control the tempo, limit second-chance opportunities and be efficient offensively,” he added. “If we execute our systems and remain disciplined on defence, we will put ourselves in a strong position. Protecting our home court is non-negotiable.”
With one win secured, ANU have an opportunity to build early-season momentum and signal their intent to shift from mid-table hopefuls to genuine playoff contenders. Moischers will be keen to disrupt the Wolfpacks’ rhythm and claim valuable points on the road.
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