They wear many hats! They are daughters, mothers, role models, professionals in their respective fields and patriots who have flown the Kenyan flag high and brought glory to the country.

They served Kenya religiously and when sunset fell on their playing careers, former Malkia Strikers stars Judith Tarus and Lucy Chege refused to turn their backs on the sport they so passionately loved.

While retiring and never having to worry about the challenges of sports such as keeping up with the changing rules, long hours of intensive training, winning or losing was enticing, the duo chose to transition into refereeing so they could continue serving the country and the sport.