A cloud of dust rises with every step, on a scorched community playground located by the roadside along the Emining- Eldama Ravine Road in Baringo County, 72-year-old Lena Keitany leans forward, swings her leg and connects cleanly with the ball. 

It rolls across the rough, dusty ground as she breaks into a steady, determined run, laughter erupts from a group of youth and some children cheering every tough and every pass at the edge of the field. Around her, fellow women old enough to be called great grandmothers dash across the field, calling for passes, chasing the ball with surprising agility.