Kapcherop & Tenden KATA Camps Join Forces for High-Altitude Time Trial

Location: Kapcherop & Tenden, Kenya | Camps: 01 & 09

Elevation: ~2,300m

Camp Operator: Philemon Kipruto

The KATA Running Camps in Kapcherop (Camp 01) and Tenden (Camp 09) came together for a joint high-altitude time trial, producing a day of competitive racing and standout performances. With a mix of 5km and 10km distances, the event provided a valuable test for both seasoned and emerging athletes.

The scenic but demanding terrain, paired with the altitude of over 2,300 meters, made this a challenging yet rewarding session. Athletes from both camps pushed hard, with multiple sub-30-minute 10km performances highlighting the men’s race and impressive pacing in the women’s divisions.

Results

10km Men

1. Donal Kimaru (Bib 011) – 29:19.92 – Kapcherop

2. Allan Mwetich (Bib 010) – 29:33.79 – Kapcherop

3. Duncan Kemei (Bib 001) – 29:42.58 – Tenden

4. Dennis Kosgei (Bib 005) – 29:44.77 – Kapcherop

5. Enock Tanui (Bib 003) – 29:57.18 – Kapcherop

6. Hosea Tuei (Bib 002) – 30:10.33 – Kapcherop

7. Evans Kemboi (Bib 004) – 30:17.93 – Kapcherop

8. Ian Kimtai (Bib 003) – 30:45.39 – Tenden

9. Clement Kipkoech (Bib 004) – 31:41.71 – Tenden

10km Women

1. Beatrice Rutto (Bib 015) – 35:32.43 – Kapcherop

5km Men

1. Dennis Kipchirchir (Bib 007) – 14:50.01 – Kapcherop

2. Shadrack Plimo (Bib 006) – 15:01.20 – Kapcherop

3. Sammy Kwemoi (Bib 002) – 15:04.24 – Tenden

4. Kelvin K. Kiptoo (Bib 009) – 15:10.26 – Kapcherop

5. Nickson R. Kipkemoi (Bib 005) – 16:15.30 – Tenden

6. Alex K. Rutto (Bib 008) – 16:13.57 – Kapcherop

7. Emmanuel Kemboi (Bib 006) – 17:04.34 – Tenden

5km Women

1. Mercy Jebichi (Bib 012) – 17:14.35 – Kapcherop

2. Sarah Chepkemoi (Bib 013) – 19:36.20 – Kapcherop

3. Mercy Jepchumba (Bib 014) – 19:50.09 – Kapcherop

Conclusion

This joint time trial between Kapcherop and Tenden KATA Camps, operated by Philemon Kipruto, reinforced the benefits of combining camp talent for high-quality competition. With several sub-30-minute 10km runs at altitude and strong showings across both distances, the athletes are proving that the KATA program’s blend of elite training and community spirit is yielding results.

posted Wednesday August 13th
by Boris Baron