FERWABA Unveil new League logo while REG begin title defense triumphantly over the Tigers.

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March 23, 2022

Rwanda Basketball Federation, FERWABA has unveiled the Rwanda Basketball League logo as it prepares for life without a league sponsor whilst REG BBC began to defend their title this season with an easy victory against Tigers late this Wednesday evening.

The new logo was launched during the press conference held at the federation’s office in Kigali Arena on Wednesday afternoon at the occasion to hand over the cash prize to the designer. The Federation used the opportunity to inform the general public that FIBA approved Rwanda as the host for the 3rd window of 2023 World Cup Qualifiers group A and B.

Landry Jabo, FERWABA CEO handing over the cheque of 500000 rwf to Sandra D’amour Mukama, the artist who designed logo

During this Press conference, Claudette Mugwaneza, FERWABA technical advisor provided the updates for the upcoming Division 2 with 16 teams including Intare Basketball Club starting their journey in the quest for promotion to Rwanda Basketball top flight league. The league tips off on April 1st and the fixtures will be released in due course.

FERWABA technical advisor, Claudette Mugwaneza

Two hours after launching the league’s new visual identity, the Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club didn’t let the celebration of their stunning performance in BAL distract them as they started off their title defense.

The defending champions, REG BBC handed Tigers BBC a heavy defeat of 87-35. Pascal Niyonkuru ‘Kakyeka’ scored 25 points.

Behind Niyonkuru’s big performance, Olivier Shyaka added 17 points, and Nshobozwa had 13.

REG will be back on court on Friday night against UGB before they rub shoulders with Patriots on Saturday night in a clash of rivals

Frank Kamndoh and Shoot For the Stars stun 30 Plus

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 20, 2022

Frank Kamndoh and Shoot For the Stars stun 30 Plus — Despite Playing with ankle injury, Frank Kamndoh still proves how an incredible defender is.

Last season’s league-best defender, Frank Kamndoh dropped a game-high 19 points and 21 rebounds as the Shoot For Stars pulled off a 65-43 victory over 30 Plus BBC on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Amahoro.

Following a disappointing defeat from Espoir BBC on Friday night in IPRC Kigali, Shoot For the Stars made a very brave comeback to beat 30 Plus BBC today thanks to the standout performance from their Center, Frank Kamndoh Betoudji.

Frank Kamndoh has immense contribution to the team both offensively as well as defensively. He had an efficient performance today of 19 points, 21 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, and 6 blocks.

In this game, Shoot For Stars led almost the entire game as they outscored their opponent (16-14, 21-09, 09-15 and 19-05). Jordan Yezakuzwe and Podo Caleb scored in double figures too.

Podo Caleb registered 15 points, 14 rebounds, and 4 steals while Jordan Yezakuzwe scored 13 points and grabbed 12 rebounds. On the side of 30 Plus, Edouard Mugabo had a team-best 13 points and 11 rebounds.

In the next assignment, Shoot For the stars will face Patriots on Friday while 30 Plus will travel to Rusizi.

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REG BBC beat Clube Ferroviario da Beira to win 2022 BAL Sahara Conference.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 16, 2022

REG BBC beat Clube Ferroviario da Beira to win 2022 BAL Sahara Conference. — Dieudonne Ndizeye Ndayisaba's double double performance earned him a MVP in REG's final game of 2022 BAL Sahara Conference

Rwanda Energy Group, REG claim Sahara Conference after a 94-89 victory at Dakar Arena against Mozambican side Clube Ferroviario da Beira. They sealed a 4-1 win ratio and clinch the 2022 BAL Final games ticket as well as becoming the first team to win the conference in BAL history

Dakar, March 15, 2022, The Rwandan flag bearers and east African representative in 2022 Basketball Africa League, Rwanda Energy Group Basketball Club have secured the top spot of the Sahara Conference ahead of giants US Monastir.

With REG’s 94-89 win on Tuesday night against the Mozambicans, the Rwanda Energy Group, REG finished the BAL regular season with a 4-1 win-loss record. The same ratio as Tunisian’s US Monastir however, the rule states that when the teams are tied at the end of the competition, head-to-head matches will be the tie-breaker. REG blew out US Monastir 77-74 a day before.

The Rwanda National Champions started Tuesday’s game strong and led by 10 points at the break (20-17, 28-21) before CF-Beira turned things around and took the control of the third quarter, 18-23. In the last quarter, both teams come out hot with good offensive game plans and an up-tempo pace as they all put in 28 baskets aside.

Starman Jean Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza scored a game-high and BAL career-best 28 points. Nshobozwa shoot 8-11 from behind the arc while Dieudonné Ndizeye Ndayisaba added 21 points also dishing out 4 assists and grabbing 13 rebounds. This stellar performance earned Ndizeye a player of the game.

Robert John Pack Jr and his REG team had to fight and win the game to make sure that they secured the number one seed in Sahara Conference and be guaranteed to face the #4 seed from the Nile conference when the playoffs tip off in Kigali.

REG BBC head coach, Robert John Pack Jr become the first head coach to win a BAL conference league | Courtesy Photo

REG finished Sahara Conference in the first position, followed by US Monastir, AS Salé and SLAC in the 2nd, 3rd and 4th positions respectively. The positions that guarantee them the playoffs in Kigali. CF-Beira and DUC are eliminated.

The Basketball Africa League Nile Conference will tip-off on April 9th with the playoffs slated in Kigali from May 21-28 this year.

BAL: REG BBC’s Manga Pitchou’s double double powers them past US Monastir.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 15, 2022

BAL: REG BBC's Manga Pitchou's double double powers them past US Monastir. — Manga Pitchou, REG BBC vs US Monastir MVP | Photo: Innocent Shema

The Rwanda Energy Group overcomes US Monastir on Monday at Dakar Arena as Pitchou Manga dropped a 16-point double-double with 10 rebounds plus three blocks to help the REG secure a slot in the final games scheduled for May in Kigali, Rwanda.

Trailing by 6 points at the break (21-26, 15-16), REG cut it down to two points with 2 seconds remaining in the third quarter when Axel Mpoyo hit a three points buzzer-beater to end the quarter with 56-55 in favour of Rwanda Energy Group.

REG started out strong in the last quarter as Nshobozwa scored back to back threes to hand The Electricians the eight-point lead in the first 90 seconds. A lead they never looked back on as Kigali based club carried on until 15 seconds when US Monastir was a point behind, 75-74 but with possession in hand.

On a game-deciding possession, Michael Andre Dixon tried to play a pick and roll with Mokhtar Ghayaza which failed and ended up passing the ball to Radhouane Slimane. With the time ticking, Slimane tried to drive into the paint however Adonis Filer’s defence was solid and forced him an offensive foul which ended Monastir’s 4 game winning streak in 2022 BAL Sahara Conference.

Monastir committed a defensive foul in the last REG possession and they benefited two free throws which were scored by Cleveland Thomas to seal a well deserved win, 77-74.

Manga Pitchou finished with 16 points, 10 rebounds and 3 blocks, showing his ability to positively affect the game on offence as much as he does on defence. His performance earned him the Player of the game.

With the victory, Rwanda Energy Group improves to 3-1 ahead of today’s last game against Clube Ferroviário da Beira. Both REG BBC and US Monastir have already qualified for the final games slated in Kigali later in May.

Basketball National League Action tips off this Friday

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 10, 2022

Basketball National League Action tips off this Friday

Rwanda Basketball National League will officially tip-off this Friday, March 11 with a matchup between UR-CMHS and the Patriots in IPRC Kigali. In women’s, to open this jampacked weekend, APR WBBC will host the defending champions REG Women BBC on Saturday at Amahoro.

The exciting times are back again for the lovers of basketball in Rwanda, as the 2022 National League gets underway this weekend. 14 teams are competing in this year’s men’s championship while 8 teams in the women’s category will be battling it out for this season’s crown.

The former champions of the National League, Patriots face last season’s stragglers UR-CMHS in the opener in IPRC Kigali while REG BBC will wait until Wednesday, March 23rd to tip off the season against Tigers BBC. REG, the country flag bearers are still in BAL Competition in Senegal.

The action of the National League continues on Saturday with Patriots vs UGB, the much-anticipated game at Amahoro. The other notable games in the first round of the new season include a clash between the IPRCs as RP-IPRC Musanze host RP-IPRC Kigali on Saturday before they host RP-IPRC Huye on Sunday.

In Women’s, the new powerhouse REG Women BBC begins the journey to defend their trophy this Saturday against APR BBC.

The teams will play a round-robin format with two legs (home and away games) before embarking on the playoffs

The winner of the men’s championships will claim the sole ticket for the 2023 Basketball Africa League and for women, the winner represents the country in the Zone V tournament.

Below is the full fixture list for the weekend National League:

Friday, 11 March 2022
16:00 – UR-CMHS vs Patriots at IPRC Kigali
16:00 – Tigers BBC vs 30 Plus BBC at Amahoro
18:00 – RP-IPRC Huye vs UR Huye at IPRC Huye
18:00 – UGB vs Espoir BBC at Amahoro

Saturday, 12 March 2022

10:00 -The Hoops vs UR Huye (W) at Amahoro
11:00 – RP-IPRC Musanze vs RP-IPRC Kigali at IPRC Musanze
12:00 – UR-CMHS vs Rusizi BBC at IPRC Kigali
12:00 -ADEGI vs GS Marie Reine (W) at Musanze
12:00 – RP-IPRC Huye vs UR-CMHS (W) at IPRC Huye
12:00 – APR BBC vs REG Women BBC (W) at Amahoro
14:00 – 30 Plus BBC vs Espoir BBC at IPRC Kigali
14:00 – Shoot For Stars vs UR Huye at Amahoro
16:00 -Patriots vs UGB at Amahoro

Sunday, 13 March 2022
09:00 – Tigers BBC vs Rusizi BBC at Amahoro
11:00 – RP-IPRC Musanze vs RP-IPRC Huye at IPRC Musanze
13:00 -APR BBC vs Shoot For Stars at Amahoro

Nshobozwabyosenumukiza nailed a buzzer-beater as REG BBC takes down the SLAC

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 9, 2022

Nshobozwabyosenumukiza nailed a buzzer-beater as REG BBC takes down the SLAC — Jean Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza

Thursday night’s buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Rwanda Energy Group guard Jean Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza sealed the game against Marcus Crawford and his SLAC.

REG finished the first quarter with a good 22 to 15 lead, before SLAC cut the deficit in the second quarter and end the first half level at 42-42.

REG had a one-point lead at the end of the third quarter 64-63 and in the last quarter, the scores were close until the last 2 minutes.

Prior to REG’s last ball possession, power forward Axel Mpoyo had his chance of winning the game for the Rwandan side if only he could keep the ball. However, he lost it to Christopher Ewaoche Obekpa who didn’t make a mistake from that turnover and give SLAC an 81-80 lead.

It was just 7.8 seconds remaining when REG came out of a timeout, looking to get the ball into the hands of point guard Cleveland Thomas who dribbled and give the ball back to Nshobozwa.

With only 1.5 seconds, Rwandan Point Guard Nshobozwabyosenumukiza hits a buzzer-beater from behind the arc to make it 83-81 and secure a 2-0 win record for the 2022 BAL Sahara Conference.

Nshobozwabyosenumukiza scored 18 points, dished out 4 assists and stole 4 balls while Cleveland Thomas dropped a team and game-high 21 points. Dieudonné Ndizeye added 13.

In this game, the American guard, Cleveland Thomas displayed another outstanding performance especially in the last 2 quarters as He’s scored all his 21 points in the second half.

The second win for Rwanda Energy Group proves how serious they mean business in the quest for a playoff slot in Kigali. This Friday, March 11 in Dakar arena, REG will rub shoulders with the host DUC.

PNL Matchday 20 Wrap: APR and Kiyovu win their matches, Mukura pile more misery on Bugesera

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 7, 2022

PNL Matchday 20 Wrap: APR and Kiyovu win their matches, Mukura pile more misery on Bugesera — APR FC defeated Gasogi United 2-0 at Kigali Stadium |Photo: APR FC

APR FC, SC Kiyovu, Mukura VS, Etincelles and Marines wrapped up Rwanda’s top tier league’s matchday 20 with a win. AS Kigali and Police FC shared spoils at Kigali Stadium while Rayon Sports still struggling to get a win

The league table-toppers APR FC defeated Gasogi United 2-0 at Kigali Stadium whilst the game of the week was played in Musanze district with league table 2nd place Kiyovu beating Musanze 2-1 at Ubworoherane Stadium.

In Rubavu, Marines proved too strong for Rutsiro while Etincelles was back to winning ways after an impressive performance against Espoir FC.

Primus National League Matchday 20 all Results are as follows:

05/03/2022

APR FC 2-0 Gasogi United [ Gilbert Mugisha,Anicet Ishimwe]
Gicumbi FC 1-1 Gorilla FC [Manzi |Johnson Adeaga]
Bugesera FC 0-2 Mukura VS [William Opoku, Vincent Adams]
Rutsiro FC 0-1 Marines [Ramadhan Ndayisenga]
Musanze FC 1-2 SC Kiyovu [ Namanda Wafula | Bienvenu Mugenzi, Abedi Bigirimana]

06/03/2022

Etoile de l’Est 1-1 Rayon Sports [Nwosu Samuel |Kevin Muhire]
Etincelles 2-0 Espoir FC [ Olivier Usabimana, Abdoul Nshimiyimana]
Police FC 1-1 AS Kigali [ Danny Usengimana | Shaban Hussein]

The PNL Matchday 21 games are scheduled next weekend

Cleveland Thomas scores 26 as REG routs AS Salé in their BAL debut

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 7, 2022

Cleveland Thomas scores 26 as REG routs AS Salé in their BAL debut — Cleveland Thomas was not messing around | Courtesy Photo

Rwanda Energy Group got off to a hot start as their new signing Cleveland Thomas inspires them to a 91-87 win over the Moroccan champions AS Salé. It was in this Sunday afternoon in the opening game for both teams of the 2022 BAL Sahara Conference.

Sunday 6, 2022, in Dakar Arena, Rwanda flag bearers, REG BBC made their debut in Basketball Africa League and their new signings Cleveland Thomas and Antony Rashad Walker fitted straight in as they knocked off the 2017 FIBA Africa Club champions AS Salé 91-87. The duo contributed 47 points in this crucial victory for Electricians.

Cleveland Joseph Thomas, former Western Kentucky University in NCAA Division I, helped REG by putting 26 points on the board while Rashad Walker scored 21 points on 9-for-13 shooting and grabbed 8 rebounds in the win.

AS Salé’s Terrel Stoglin led all scorers with 32 points however, his solid effort was not enough to hand his side a good start in their second BAL season.

In the next game, The National Champions, REG will face SLAC on Wednesday, while AS Salé will play against CF-Beira on the same day.

PNL: Kiyovu pursue APR at the top of the league standings as the action returns this weekend.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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March 4, 2022

Primus National League will enter week 20 of action with mouthwatering encounters expected to grace the first weekend of March. SC Kiyovu travels to Ubworoherane Stadium to take on Frank Ouna’s Musanze, who have had an impressive home record while APR host Gasogi at Kigali Stadium.

After a convincing 6-0 win last weekend against the relegation-threatened Gicumbi FC, this Saturday, March 5th, Kiyovu travel away to meet high-flying Musanze in what could be a tricky fixture for a title race.

Kiyovu, who are on a four-match winning streak, and conceded only one goal since matchday 15, are looking forward to finding some much-needed consistency to keep the title hopes alive. However, Ubworoherane Stadium has all credits for being a tough place to go.

In this season, Musanze FC at their home stadium, Ubworoherane, have an incredible record. Only APR FC (24), Kiyovu (24) and Rayon Sports (21) have won more points at home than Musanze FC (20) in this season.

Kiyovu’s title rivals APR host Gasogi United at Kigali Stadium as they try to extend the gap to Francis Haringingo’s team.

Elsewhere in Bugesera district, the out of form, Bugesera FC welcomes Mukura VS while Rutsiro FC face-off with Marines in Umuganda derby.

On Sunday, the action shifts to Ngoma Stadium as Etoile de l’Est host Rayon Sports while Police FC and AS Kigali will battle it out at Kigali Stadium in the other exciting fixture to look out for.

APR FC is still leading the table on goal difference as they are tied at 41 points with SC Kiyovu whilst AS Kigali’s Shaban Hussein is leading the charge for Rwanda Primus National League golden boot

Hussein Shaban “Tchabalala” leads the top scorers chart

Here’s the full schedule for Matchday 20

Sport-S Ladies A Scare For Ndejje Elites And VVC As National Volleyball League 2021/2022 Title Contenders

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Kenneth Lwanga

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February 21, 2022

Nsambya based women’s volleyball club, Sport-S yesterday strengthened their place at the play-offs of the National Volleyball League after a tremendous performance against an experienced Ndejje Elites.

Sport-S Ladies Volleyball Club now moves into the top spot after defeating ruthless Ndejje Elites in what a tension-packed encounter yesterday at Sport-S Arena. Coming into the match, the Luwero based side was favourite to win given their track record of numerous wins.

Nevertheless, the Nsambya ladies were more than determined to prove the Elites and claim dominance of the Uganda Volleyball realm just like their brother, the men’s side is doing in the men’s league.

Ndejje Elites was not far from repeating a win against robust VVC in their previous encounter at OLD KAMPALA ARENA where they narrowly lost the match. However, due to experience and composure, the VVC fell to the Elites of Luwero.

Sport-S on the other hand proved to the Elites that they are a better side and Ndejje should come play-offs, the former will be a force to be reckoned with.

Proceeding ended 3-2 (18-25, 25-16, 25-17, 22-25, 16-14) in favour of Sport-S.

The top 3 in the table to a greater extent have secured spots in the National Volleyball League Play-offs making it a tricky game for KCB-Nkumba and KCCA to fight for that 4th spot.

For league fixtures, results, and standings click here

FERWABA Unveil new League logo while REG begin title defense triumphantly over the Tigers.

Rwanda Basketball Federation, FERWABA has unveiled the Rwanda Basketball League logo as it prepares for life without a league sponsor whilst REG BBC began to defend their title this season with an easy victory against Tigers late this Wednesday evening.

Frank Kamndoh and Shoot For the Stars stun 30 Plus

Last season’s league-best defender, Frank Kamndoh dropped a game-high 19 points and 21 rebounds as the Shoot For Stars pulled off a 65-43 victory over 30 Plus BBC on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Amahoro.

REG BBC beat Clube Ferroviario da Beira to win 2022 BAL Sahara Conference.

Rwanda Energy Group, REG claim Sahara Conference after a 94-89 victory at Dakar Arena against Mozambican side Clube Ferroviario da Beira. They sealed a 4-1 win ratio and clinch the 2022 BAL Final games ticket as well as becoming the first team to win the conference in BAL history

BAL: REG BBC’s Manga Pitchou’s double double powers them past US Monastir.

The Rwanda Energy Group overcomes US Monastir on Monday at Dakar Arena as Pitchou Manga dropped a 16-point double-double with 10 rebounds plus three blocks to help the REG secure a slot in the final games scheduled for May in Kigali, Rwanda.

Basketball National League Action tips off this Friday

Rwanda Basketball National League will officially tip-off this Friday, March 11 with a matchup between UR-CMHS and the Patriots in IPRC Kigali. In women’s, to open this jampacked weekend, APR WBBC will host the defending champions REG Women BBC on Saturday at Amahoro.

Nshobozwabyosenumukiza nailed a buzzer-beater as REG BBC takes down the SLAC

Thursday night’s buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Rwanda Energy Group guard Jean Jacques Wilson Nshobozwabyosenumukiza sealed the game against Marcus Crawford and his SLAC.

PNL Matchday 20 Wrap: APR and Kiyovu win their matches, Mukura pile more misery on Bugesera

APR FC, SC Kiyovu, Mukura VS, Etincelles and Marines wrapped up Rwanda’s top tier league’s matchday 20 with a win. AS Kigali and Police FC shared spoils at Kigali Stadium while Rayon Sports still struggling to get a win

Cleveland Thomas scores 26 as REG routs AS Salé in their BAL debut

Rwanda Energy Group got off to a hot start as their new signing Cleveland Thomas inspires them to a 91-87 win over the Moroccan champions AS Salé. It was in this Sunday afternoon in the opening game for both teams of the 2022 BAL Sahara Conference.

PNL: Kiyovu pursue APR at the top of the league standings as the action returns this weekend.

Primus National League will enter week 20 of action with mouthwatering encounters expected to grace the first weekend of March. SC Kiyovu travels to Ubworoherane Stadium to take on Frank Ouna’s Musanze, who have had an impressive home record while APR host Gasogi at Kigali Stadium.

Sport-S Ladies A Scare For Ndejje Elites And VVC As National Volleyball League 2021/2022 Title Contenders

Nsambya based women’s volleyball club, Sport-S yesterday strengthened their place at the play-offs of the National Volleyball League after a tremendous performance against an experienced Ndejje Elites.

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