Gianni Infantino has been re-elected as president of FIFA

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March 16, 2023

Gianni Infantino, a Swiss-Italian, is re-elected as FIFA president for another four years after standing unopposed at the FIFA congress held in Kigali, Rwanda.

Gianni Infantino was re-elected to continue leading FIFA through the 2027 at the organization’s 73rd Congress on Thursday in the Rwandan city of Kigali. At the assembly convened in the BK Arena on March 16, 2023, he is chosen by unanimous vote.

BK Arena has achieved another milestone by hosting FIFA Congress

Following the departure of his predecessor Sepp Blatter in 2016, Gianni Infantino was chosen at an Extraordinary Congress to take over. Three years later, he was re-elected without opposition.

However, since this is regarded as his second tenure in organization, he will be eligible for a third and final term in four years. According to FIFA rules, this indicates that he can continue to govern until 2031.

The men’s World Cup will feature 48 teams from the usual 32 for the following tournament in North America in 2026, Infantino reiterated after being reappointed, while the women’s World Cup will feature 32 teams for the first time later this year in Australia and New Zealand.

The occasion occurs a day after the government of Rwanda chose to rename Kigali Stadium in honor of the late Brazilian star Péle. President Paul Kagame’s presence at the event was a blessing.

Lawrence Yakan Guma, Former Gisagara VC Player And Volleyball Legend Returns As Head Coach.

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March 16, 2023

Rwanda National Volleyball Team’s longest-serving player and former captain, Lawrence Yakan Guma returns to his former club, Gisagara Volleyball Club as head coach.

“We are thrilled to announce the legend Lawrence Yakan Guma as our new head coach,” the club states on Twitter. We see the former Gisagara VC player signing what appears to be a contract.

Lawerence Yakan Guma and Clovis Mudahemuka, the Club’s President

Lawrence Yakan Guma is no stranger to this post; before to Gisagara VC, he led Uganda National Volleyball League reigning champions, OBB VC to their NVL title shortly after promotion to Uganda’s top-flight volleyball in 2022.

His time with OBB was brief, as he was only there for a year before being released in September following a defeat to renowned team Sport-S in the National Club Championships.

Lawrence Yakan Guma replaces Fidel Nyirimana, who resigned from the club for personal reasons. We should also mention that the club sacked its president following Fidel Nyirimana’s resignation but immediately reinstated him 24 hours later.

Yakan, who was born in Uganda but represented Rwanda at the international level, is charged with restoring the club to its previous glory. Fidel Nyirimana’s Gisagara finished third in the African Club Championship last year, an accomplishment Lawrence should seek to match.

REG BBC become first team to clinch playoff spot in 2023 BAL season

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March 16, 2023

Rwanda Energy Group, REG BBC Team beat AS Douanes and became the First team in Season 3 to book their spot into the Basketball Africa League playoffs following their 3-out-of-3 record in the Sahara Conference.

The Rwanda Basketball League champions, REG BBC became the first team to clinch a spot in the 2023 BAL Playoffs with a 69-55 win over AS Douanes on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Dakar Arena.

In a battle dominated by REG, the 2023 Sahara Conference hosts were outscored by not only matching the 3-point output, but their other options were also limited.

AS Douanes shoot 15-52 into the paint and 4-28 from behind the arc while their opponents were shooting 15-33 2P and making 11-33 3P shots.

Terrel Stoglin was held to 0 points for the first time in BAL history. The American forward is the all-time leading scorer in the league. Limiting him to scoring was key to certainly ensuring REG’s victory.

Jean Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza provided his usual scoring with 14 points, while Dieudonné Ndizeye added 13. AS Douanes has dropped two straight games.

Nshobozwabyosenumukiza was awarded the Ubuntu Award prior to the game, which honors the BAL player who has had a significant positive influence on his community. | Photo: BAL

Basketball Africa League will provide a $5,000 donation to club Rafiki, an organization that promotes youth development through sports, on behalf of Nshobozwabyosenumukiza.

Following a win against the Falcons and ABC Fighters, REG became the first team to clinch a spot in the 2023 BAL playoffs slated in May 2023 in Kigali, Rwanda.

This marks REG’s second consecutive postseason berth in Basketball Africa League. Last season, they got eliminated in the quarterfinals by Cameroon’s FAP.

BAL: REG BBC beat ABC 80-73 to move a step closer to playoffs.

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March 15, 2023

Tuesday night, the Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC defeated the Abidjan Basket Club Fighters 80-73, moving the team closer to winning a BAL playoff berth. Adonis Filer was unrelenting.

DAKAR – With a decisive victory over Abidjan Basket Club Fighters in Dakar Arena, Rwanda’s national team moved one step closer to winning a playoff position in the Sahara Conference, where the competition for the playoffs slots appears to be tight.

Having trailed by 7 points at the break (17-20, 20-24), Dean Murray’s REG came all the way back to take the last two quarters (26-18, 17-11) and won the game 80-73.

While Adonis Filer led all scorers with 25 points, Cleveland Thomas added 14 and Dieudonné Ndizeye had 10. Starters Pitchou Manga and Delwan Graham contributed as well as Jacques Nshobozwabyosenumukiza who came off the bench to score 7 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists.

It was REG’s second win in two games and today, they will rub shoulders with host AS Douanes.

Related Story: REG BBC beat the Falcons, Delwan Graham posted a double-double

REG BBC is poised to advance to the postseason once more after last year’s heartbreaking playoff exit in Kigali and going into this season with modest expectations. If they overcome AS Douanes, a spot in the playoffs will be guaranteed. The country and the management of the club, though, have their expectations set higher than what was achieved last season.

For the third consecutive season, Basketball Africa League Playoffs will be held in BK Arena, Kigali from 21-27 May 2023.

Eight teams from Sahara and Nile Conferences will compete in a single-elimination Playoffs and Final with the winner crowned the third BAL champion. US Monastir are defending champions

APR WBBC Beat RP-IPRC Huye 80-71. RBL Weekend Roundup

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March 13, 2023

Action between APR vs IPRC Huye on Sunday, March 12 in LDK | Courtesy Photo

APR Women Basketball team kept its winning streak intact on Sunday afternoon, fending off a determined RP-IPRC Huye squad 80-71. G.S Gahini won their first-ever league game.

In a Friday night match at Lycée de Kigali, REG Women BBC defeated UR Huye with an outstanding score of 150–43 to kick off a jam-packed weekend of basketball competitions. Feza Ebengo scored 35 points and had 20 rebounds.

In Rwaza, Musanze region, on Saturday, Groupe Scolaire Marie Reine defeated the Hoops Rwanda 52-38. For the Rwaza ladies, Yvonne Muhawenimana and Henriette Uwimpuhwe scored a total 40 points. A game-high 24 Points were tallied by Uwimpuhwe (10-18 FG, 3-7 3P).

Prior to their matchup at Lycée de Kigali on Sunday, APR and IPRC Huye defeated Gahini and UR Kigali, respectively.

On Sunday, March 12, the Army squad played in the Rwanda Basketball League and continued its winning run. They defeated RP-IPRC Huye easily, 80-71, to move to 3-0 overall.

APR Women BBC is currently relying on an in-form forward Assouma Uwizeye (11)

Assouma Uwizeye filled out the stat sheet with 22 points and ten rebounds. Charlotte Umugwaneza added 12 points and nine rebounds

Linda Nandy Uwitomze led IPRC Huye with 24 points, five rebounds, and 3 assists. With 21 points, 18 rebounds, 2 assists, 4 steals, and 1 block, Lisiane Ngomba Badibanga put forth a strong effort.

In the other contests, Groupe Scolaire Gahini won its first league game by defeating UR Kigali 54-36 in the Lycée de Kigali Stadium.

Coach Lambert Ihimbazwe’s team put on a solid display to win their first game in the top-tier division.

Ange Uwiringiyimana scored 15 points in this historical win.

With no prior rest, the defending champions REG Women BBC took the court against the Hoops Rwanda on Sunday afternoon and gave it their all. Rosine Micomyiza was outstanding, and REG defeated The Hoops 74-37 as was to be expected. Her 27 points were made up of 7 threes.

In Rwaza, Henriette Uwimpuhwe had another outstanding offensive performance as GS Marie beat UR Huye 86-38. The 2020/2021 season most improved player scored 34 points in 35 minutes played.

With no game dropped, REG and APR are in the lead.

For more details on fixtures, results, and Standings, follow this link

BAL: REG BBC beat the Falcons, Delwan Graham posted a double-double

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March 12, 2023

Delwan Graham leads the Rwanda Energy Group, REG to a convincing 64-48 win over the Kwara Falcons after tallying a double-double during the opening game of the Sahara Conference of the Basketball Africa League

On Sunday, March 12, at the Dakar Arena in Senegal, the Rwandan Flag bearers for the 2023 Basketball Africa League defeated the Nigerian team’s Kwara Falcons 64-48 to earn the conference’s first victory.

Delwan Graham, an American power forward, had an outstanding league debut, playing both ends of the floor. Throughout his 35 minutes on the court, he grabbed 12 rebounds and scored a game-high 16 points.

Delwan posted a double-double performance in his league debut | Courtesy photo

Pitchou Manga, the big man, played strong defense while also pulling down 12 rebounds, including 10 defensive ones. The Congolese center scored 7 points in 23 minutes while also blocking 4 shots.

Also chipping in 10 and 14 points, respectively, were Adonis Filer and Cleveland Thomas.

With 15 points, Jawad Adekoya is the team’s top scorer for Nigeria. For the Falcons team, which was playing in its debut professional league, he was the only player to record a double-digit scoring total.

REG is taking part in the BAL for the second time after being defeated by FAP of Cameroon in the semifinals the previous year.

On March 14, they face a significant test in ABC Fighters. In the league’s opening game, Abidjan Basket Club Fighters stunned AS Douanes.

For more detailed statistics of REG vs Falcons matchup, check this link

OBB Seal The Deal “No Playoffs For Nemostars”

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March 11, 2023

The Orange Block Busters (OBB), the reigning National Volleyball League Champions, dashed the aspirations of the Nemostars in this year’s volleyball playoffs.

The Orange Block Busters (OBB) defeated the Nemostars in a tense four-set encounter to secure a position in the 2022/23 National Volleyball League playoffs in a nail-biting match at the Old Kampala Arena.

Following a 3–0 loss to UCU, important players like Ivan Ongom and JB Opendi’s comeback helped the squad recover concentration, confidence, and momentum. The Iganga boys squad today displayed a strong feeling of teamwork and unity.

Both sides entered the game with a competitive spirit because the outcome would determine their postseason seed. While Nemostars struggle to maintain hope, OBB aimed to destroy its rivals and take advantage of every opportunity in the playoff.

Although the Shukran Camp team won the first two sets 25-19 and 25-22, team captain George Aporu showed his leadership and presence by motivating his colleagues to work toward the best outcomes. Later, they won the third set 25-17.

The Nemostars’ strategy to get the intended outcome was insufficient to halt the title-hungry OBB, who later won the fourth set 25-17 to take the game 3–1.

Tomorrow, March 12, 2023, will feature four events. The first one will feature NEMO and Nkumba at 10 am. Tigers VS UCU will follow at 12 pm, Ndejje and Sky will square off at 2 pm.

In the final game of the day the National Volleyball League playoffs semi-finals opponent for the Orange Block Busters will be determined by their matchup against second-placed KAVC tomorrow at 4 p.m.

Nizeyimana nets a Hat Trick As Rutsiro crush Espoir FC 4-0

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March 10, 2023

Rutsiro FC thrash Espoir FC 4-0 at Umuganda with a goal from Jules Watanga Shukulu and a Jean Claude Nizeyimana hat-trick.

During the Friday afternoon match, Rutsiro FC had the chance to exact revenge for their devastating loss from the previous week, and Okoko Godefroid’s team seized the opportunity.

Jean Claude Nizeyimana gave his team the lead in the 20th minute, and he extended their lead in the 46th. Jules Watanga Shukulu then secured the victory with a free header in the 53rd minute following a superb corner kick by Eric Kwizera.

Another goal by Nizeyimana, better known as “Rutsiro,” brought up his season’s first hat trick, in the 62nd minute. The Rutsiro district-sponsored club won by a score of 4-0 at the end of the game.

With 21 points, Rutsiro is currently in 14th position in the Rwanda Premier League, 5 points above the relegation zone. After the international break, they will battle the Marines.

Espoir FC’s chances of remaining in the highest division of competition are hampered by the fact that they are still at the bottom of the table.

This is how both teams lined up

Rutsiro: Delphin Tchomba Musikila, Emelien Kwizera Bahati (C), Olivier Bandu Bwira, Pacifique Iradukunda, Jean Claude Hitimana, Matata Gakuru, Jules Watanga Shukulu, Christophe Bukuru, Jonas Mumbere Malekidiogo, Eric Kwizera, and Jean Claude Nizeyimana

Espoir FC: Thierry Lulu, Jacques Ahishakiye, Gerome Nyandwi, Fulgence Twagirimana, Philbert Shyaka, Tresor Ndikumana (C) Joseph Janjali, Eric Niyonsaba, Karim Nkoto, Clement Iradukunda, and Egide Iradukunda

Bienvenu Mugenzi off the bench to score dramatic late winner for Kiyovu to beat Police

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March 4, 2023

KIY — SC Kiyovu beat Police FC 2-1 and bag the three points of MD 22 | Photo: Igihe

***Bienvenu Mugenzi* come off the bench and *score a winner for a 10-man SC Kiyovu to claim all three points in a hard-fought 2-1 win over Police FC at Muhanga Stadium.***

Looking to close the gap to the league leaders, Kiyovu was on pressure to take three points, however, the spoils looked set to be shared before Mugenzi’s dramatic late intervention.

Kiyovu had gone ahead after only 2 minutes when Riyaad Norodien capitalised from Police’s defensive mistakes to take an early lead at Muhanga stadium.

Kiyovu was unable to fully seize control of the game despite their early lead. Police’s Danny Usengimana had a chance to tie the score six minutes after, but put the ball over the crossbar in a one-on-one against Kimenyi.

Just in the final second of the first half, Vincent Mashami’s men were rewarded for their efforts. Danny Usengimana scored a well-deserved equalizer with a close-range shot. The striker has now scored in four straight games. 1-1 at the interval.

It got worse for Kiyovu when Ismael Nshimirimana was given a second yellow card and dismissed as Police FC continued to dominate the match. A 10-man Kiyovu had to endure 20 minutes of suffering.

However, despite Police FC being the superior team for the majority of the match, the visitors, Kiyovu, won when Mugenzi slid a shot past Janvier Kwizera with just three minutes remaining in the game.

Mugenzi scored off the bench after coming on for Bertrand Iradukunda in 65 minutes.

SC Kiyovu is 2 points behind the leaders APR FC and will be locking horns with Etincelles in the next match.

For more details about RPL fixtures, results, standings, and players’ stats, follow this link

Police FC survive late scare to beat Sunrise 2-1

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February 26, 2023

Screen Shot 2023-02-27 at 02.09.06 — Police players celebrating Danny Usengimana's second-minute goal | Photo: Police FC

Police FC overcame a challenging afternoon at Muhanga Stadium to maintain their perfect run in Rwanda Premier League through a narrow 2-1 win over Sunrise

SUNDAY – Muhanga Stadium, in Rwanda Premier League matchday 21, Police FC held off a spirited Sunrise comeback as Babuwa Samson’s brilliant effort set up a tense second half, in which Yafesi Mubiri and Vedaste Niyibizi missed excellent opportunities to give Nyagatare-based team a point.

Danny Usengimana broke the deadlock a minute after the kickoff. 14 minutes later, Didier Mugisha doubled the lead for the cops

Mugisha scored from a fine pass from former Sunrise striker, Osée Iyabivuze

The goal was followed by an altercation between the Sunrise FC players and the referees, due to the annoyance from the referees’ decisions. as a consequence, Vedaste Niyibizi get booked.

In the half-time break, Evariste Ntamugabumwe, the sunrise caretaker made a double change, Babuwa Samson and Rodrigue Murengezi come on for Pius Wanji and Moses Nyamurangwa. The subs changed the game and Sunrise start to dominate Police.

8 minutes of the second half were enough for Babuwa Samson to find the back of the nets as He imposed his physical attributes to dribble past Moussa Omar and make it 2-1

Sunrise had opportunities to get back into the contest, most notably in 62 minutes when Babuwa faced Rihungu however he fired his efforts high over the bar and Vincent Mashami’s men condemned them to the ninth loss of the season

The fourth win in row moves Police FC up to the 6th in the league, 2 points behind 4th placed team AS Kigali.

Elsewhere at Ubworoherane Stadium, APR bagged the away three points against Musanze to maintain the league top spot. Gilbert Mugisha (2) and Yannick Bizimana got on the scoresheet

Rwanda Premier League actions resume on Friday, March 3. For more details about fixtures, results, standings and players’ stats, follow this link

Gianni Infantino has been re-elected as president of FIFA

Gianni Infantino, a Swiss-Italian, is re-elected as FIFA president for another four years after standing unopposed at the FIFA congress held in Kigali, Rwanda.

Lawrence Yakan Guma, Former Gisagara VC Player And Volleyball Legend Returns As Head Coach.

Rwanda National Volleyball Team’s longest-serving player and former captain, Lawrence Yakan Guma returns to his former club, Gisagara Volleyball Club as head coach.

REG BBC become first team to clinch playoff spot in 2023 BAL season

Rwanda Energy Group, REG BBC Team beat AS Douanes and became the First team in Season 3 to book their spot into the Basketball Africa League playoffs following their 3-out-of-3 record in the Sahara Conference.

BAL: REG BBC beat ABC 80-73 to move a step closer to playoffs.

Tuesday night, the Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC defeated the Abidjan Basket Club Fighters 80-73, moving the team closer to winning a BAL playoff berth. Adonis Filer was unrelenting.

APR WBBC Beat RP-IPRC Huye 80-71. RBL Weekend Roundup

APR Women Basketball team kept its winning streak intact on Sunday afternoon, fending off a determined RP-IPRC Huye squad 80-71. G.S Gahini won their first-ever league game.

BAL: REG BBC beat the Falcons, Delwan Graham posted a double-double

Delwan Graham leads the Rwanda Energy Group, REG to a convincing 64-48 win over the Kwara Falcons after tallying a double-double during the opening game of the Sahara Conference of the Basketball Africa League

OBB Seal The Deal “No Playoffs For Nemostars”

The Orange Block Busters (OBB), the reigning National Volleyball League Champions, dashed the aspirations of the Nemostars in this year’s volleyball playoffs.

Nizeyimana nets a Hat Trick As Rutsiro crush Espoir FC 4-0

Rutsiro FC thrash Espoir FC 4-0 at Umuganda with a goal from Jules Watanga Shukulu and a Jean Claude Nizeyimana hat-trick.

Bienvenu Mugenzi off the bench to score dramatic late winner for Kiyovu to beat Police

***Bienvenu Mugenzi* come off the bench and *score a winner for a 10-man SC Kiyovu to claim all three points in a hard-fought 2-1 win over Police FC at Muhanga Stadium.***

Police FC survive late scare to beat Sunrise 2-1

Police FC overcame a challenging afternoon at Muhanga Stadium to maintain their perfect run in Rwanda Premier League through a narrow 2-1 win over Sunrise

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Gianni Infantino, a Swiss-Italian, is re-elected as FIFA president for another four years after standing unopposed at the FIFA congress held in Kigali, Rwanda.

Rwanda National Volleyball Team’s longest-serving player and former captain, Lawrence Yakan Guma returns to his former club, Gisagara Volleyball Club as head coach.

Rwanda Energy Group, REG BBC Team beat AS Douanes and became the First team in Season 3 to book their spot into the Basketball Africa League playoffs following their 3-out-of-3 record in the Sahara Conference.

Tuesday night, the Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club, REG BBC defeated the Abidjan Basket Club Fighters 80-73, moving the team closer to winning a BAL playoff berth. Adonis Filer was unrelenting.

APR Women Basketball team kept its winning streak intact on Sunday afternoon, fending off a determined RP-IPRC Huye squad 80-71. G.S Gahini won their first-ever league game.

Delwan Graham leads the Rwanda Energy Group, REG to a convincing 64-48 win over the Kwara Falcons after tallying a double-double during the opening game of the Sahara Conference of the Basketball Africa League

The Orange Block Busters (OBB), the reigning National Volleyball League Champions, dashed the aspirations of the Nemostars in this year’s volleyball playoffs.

Rutsiro FC thrash Espoir FC 4-0 at Umuganda with a goal from Jules Watanga Shukulu and a Jean Claude Nizeyimana hat-trick.

Bienvenu Mugenzi come off the bench and score a winner for a 10-man SC Kiyovu to claim all three points in a hard-fought 2-1 win over Police FC at Muhanga Stadium.

Police FC overcame a challenging afternoon at Muhanga Stadium to maintain their perfect run in Rwanda Premier League through a narrow 2-1 win over Sunrise

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***Bienvenu Mugenzi* come off the bench and *score a winner for a 10-man SC Kiyovu to claim all three points in a hard-fought 2-1 win over Police FC at Muhanga Stadium.***