Jentrix Shikangwa Shines With Hat-Trick as Simba Queens Begin League Campaign in Style

Kenyan forward Jentrix Shikangwa kicked off the new Tanzanian Women’s Premier League season in superb form on Friday, 14 November 2025, netting a hat-trick to guide Simba Queens to a dominant 4–0 victory over Bilo Queens in their opening match.

The match, played yesterday, marked the beginning of a new campaign for Simba Queens, who are determined to reclaim the league title after losing out to rivals JKT Queens last season. The win also sets an early marker as the club eyes a return to international football through the CECAFA qualifiers, where the league champions earn a slot to compete for a place in the prestigious CAF Women’s Champions League.

Kenyan Presence in the Starting Lineup

Simba Queens match day squad featured other Kenyan players. Ruth Ingosi and Fasila Adhiambo were both handed starts and delivered assured performances across the pitch. Meanwhile, Corazone Aquino and Elizabeth Wambui were named among the substitutes.

Jentrix Picks Up Where She Left Off

Shikangwa, who was Simba Queens’ top scorer last season and finished as the league’s second-highest scorer with 24 goals; four behind golden boot winner Stumai Abdallah; proved once again why she is considered one of the most lethal forwards in the region.

Having briefly announced her exit from the club at the end of last season, Jentrix made a timely return just before the new campaign kicked off. Her performance yesterday not only justified the club's faith in reinstating her but also thrilled the Simba Queens faithful who have come to rely on her goal-scoring prowess.

The Kenyan international’s latest hat-trick adds to her growing legacy in Tanzania. She previously won the Golden Boot in the 2022–23 season after scoring 17 goals for Simba Queens.

Title Aspirations Rekindled

Simba Queens’ emphatic win sends a clear message to their rivals: they are back with renewed purpose, stronger cohesion, and a frontline firing on all cylinders.