COMEBACK QUEENS: Iron Ladies Rally to a 2-2 Draw Against Promised Starlets

📰 COMEBACK QUEENS: Iron Ladies Rally to a 2-2 Draw Against Promised Starlets

Despite battling fatigue after a grueling two-hour friendly against NSL side Trans Nzoia Falcons, the ever-resilient Iron Ladies Soccer Club made the trip to Mwitoti, Mumias in Kakamega County for yet another pre-season build-up and scouting fixture — this time against the fast-rising Promised Starlets.

The encounter was intense and closely contested, ending in a 2-2 draw. The Promised Starlets showcased promise and resilience, proving to be a worthy opponent and testing the Iron Ladies’ depth and endurance.

Iron Ladies’ utility player Shelvin stole the show, netting a brace to cancel out Promised Starlets’ lead and preserve her team’s impressive unbeaten run, which stretches back to April. The last time the Iron Ladies tasted defeat was during the FKF Women Cup Round of 16 clash against Vihiga Queens.

A brief moment between utility player Shelvin and her coach during the pre-season match in Kakamega County.

Speaking after the match, Iron Ladies Head Coach Lemmy Easter said:

“Despite the tight schedule and fatigue, the girls gave it their all. These are the kind of matches we need to test our character and unearth new talent before the new season.”

The Iron Ladies technical team continues its pre-season program with more friendlies lined up, as they sharpen their squad ahead of the upcoming FKF Women’s National Super League campaign.

🗣️ Shelvin (Iron Ladies player and brace scorer):

“I knew I had to step up for the team. We were tired, but there’s a fire in this squad. We never want to lose — not even in a friendly.”

🗣️ Viola Khalai aka ‘Shosh’ (Iron Ladies captain):

“Back-to-back matches are tough, but we are building mental toughness and chemistry. This game showed our fighting spirit, and Shelvin really led from the front today.”

🗣️ Lemmy Easter (Iron Ladies Head Coach):

“Despite the tight schedule and fatigue, the girls gave it their all. These are the kind of matches we need to test our character and unearth new talent before the new season.”

🗣️ Coach Promised Starlets Head Coach:

“We gave Iron Ladies a real challenge, and I’m proud of how our young players performed. This match has shown we are on the right path. Their comeback was admirable.”

🗣️ Local Fan, (Mumias resident):