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Olympian Sponcil returns to USA with fond memories of Kenya

American beach volleyball Sarah Sponcil during a coaching clinic at Mukuru Kwa Njenga, Nairobi on May 9, 2023.

Photo credit: .Sila Kiplagat | Nation Media Group

What you need to know:

  • Sponcil, 26, a beach volleyball player is the ambassador of US-based Christian charity organisation World Concern that helps bridge and connect people of all backgrounds
  • Sponcil was in the country for humanitarian work that saw her visit Mukuru Kwa Njenga slums in Nairobi as well as Loita and Morijo Mixed Secondary  School and Olemegili Primary from Narok County to conduct volleyball clinics
  • A vividly emotional Sponcil said there are a lot of things US citizens take for granted which mean a lot to other nations

US Olympian Sarah Sponcil wrapped her week-long visit to Kenya on Saturday night.

Sponcil, 26, a beach volleyball player is the ambassador of US-based Christian charity organisation World Concern that helps bridge and connect people of all backgrounds and provide a sense of purpose and belonging to those facing dire circumstances across the world.