[1] Evans became the secretary of the newly formed KAAA and Derek Erskine became its first chairman.
[2] The association was formed as a requirement in any country wishing to send athletes to international competitions, especially the British Empire and Commonwealth Games.
[4][5] Kenya is a powerful nation in Athletics, but the talent is limited to long and middle distance running.
Famous Kenyan runners typically come from districts like Keiyo, Marakwet and Nandi in western Kenya.
Top Kenyan athletes usually attend these events, since those who skip them are likely miss major championships as well.
Other competitions organised by AK include series of track and cross-country meetings and number of road races.