Rwanda Beach Volleyball teams to depart to Morocco ahead of qualifiers for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.

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June 18, 2021

Rwanda Beach Volleyball teams to depart to Morocco ahead of qualifiers for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. — Rwandan pair of Patrick Kavalo Akumuntu and Olivier Ntagengwa | Courtesy Photo

Rwanda’s Beach Volleyball delegation is set to leave the country for Agadir, Morocco on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

In Morocco, the delegation is expected to present 4 pairs of teams in both men’s and women’s categories that will participate in the qualifiers games of the Olympics scheduled this year in Tokyo Japan.

Olivier Ntagengwa paired with Patrick Kavalo Akumuntu and Venuste Gatsinze paired with Fils Habanzintwari will represent Rwanda in the men’s categories.

Whereas Charlotte Nzayisenga and Valentine Munezero together with Benitha Mukandayisenga and Seraphine Mukantabana will be Rwanda’s flag bearers in the women’s category as the country of 1000 hills pursues this maiden ticket.

In preparation for the games slated for June 19th to 28th in Agadir, the teams held a residential camp in Rubavu. These 4 pairs will also participate in the upcoming Rubavu Beach Volleyball 2 Star Tour and should they clinch the ticket to Tokyo, the tour will serve as preparations.

These qualifiers will bring together 24 national teams in the men’s competition and 20 on the women’s side.

Rwanda’s Delegation

Players:

Patrick Kavalo Akumuntu
Olivier Ntagengwa
Fils Habanzintwari
Venuste Gatsinzi
Charlotte Nzayisenga
Valentine Munezero
Séraphine Mukantabana
Benitha Mukandayisenga

Staff:

Head coach: Jean Paul Mana
Assistant Coach: Jean Luc Mbonyuwontuma
Team Doctor: Pierrette Kalisa
Referee: Védaste Ntanteteri
Head of Delegation: Philbert Mucyo
CAVB Zone V President: Fernand Rutemera
Media Officer: Augustin Bigirimana

Jimmy Ndayizeye summons a 29 man squad ahead of CECAFA U-23

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Ground Sports

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June 18, 2021

Jimmy Ndayizeye summons a 29 man squad ahead of CECAFA U-23 — Jimmy Ndayizeye | Courtesy Photo

The Burundi senior national team and U-23 head coach, Jimmy Ndayizeye has summoned a 29 man provisional squad in preparations for the upcoming CECAFA U-23 to be staged in Ethiopia next month.

The squad is made up of local players, including the best performers in the concluded 2020-2021 Primus League. The league’s top scorer, Abdoul Rahman Rukundo, this year’s revelation of the league, Frank Nduwimana, and Onesme Rukundo, the senior national team first choice have all been called for CECAFA U-23.

All the member Associations under the Council of East and Central African Football Associations (CECAFA) have confirmed participation so far and they agreed to contribute US$20,000 for their team to participate. DR Congo will participate in this year’s edition as a guest country

The training sessions started on Thursday, June 17th at the Urukundo stadium in Ngozi

The Provisional squad Summoned:

1) Rukundo Onésime ( Messager Ngozi)
2) Ndikuriyo Patient ( Kayanza United )
3) Wilonja Ismail ( Musongati Fc)
4) Ngabonziza Blanchard ( Aigle Noir)
5) Musaga Henry ( Aigle Noir )
6) Masudi Narcisse ( Aigle Noir )
7) Ndikumana Asman ( Aigle Noir)
8) Barandondera Abdoul Karim ( Flambeau du Centre)
9) Irakoze Béni ( Flambeau du Centre )
10) Djuma Mohammed ( Flambeau du Centre)
11) Rukundo Abdoulrahman Paplay ( Flambeau du Centre)
12) Mohamed Hervé ( Kayanza United )
13) Kanyamuneza Aimé Christian ( Kayanza United )
14) Bumwe Charles ( Kayanza United)
15) Ingabire Flavier ( Kayanza United)
16) Ndyikeza Abdi ( Musongati Fc )
17) Nduwimana Franck ( Musongati Fc)
18) Muryango Moussa ( Musongati Fc)
19) Nibikora Arthur ( Messager Ngozi)
20) Eza Armel ( Messager Ngozi )
21) Kashindi Joseph ( Messager Ngozi)
22) Hakizimana Adolphe ( Messager Ngozi)
23) Mbirizi Eric ( Inter Stars)
24) Ngabirano Adolphe ( Athletico Academy )
25) Ndikumana Danny ( Athletico Academy )
26) Nsabimana Issa Hubert ( Musongati Fc )
27) Nshimirimana Ismail ( Rukinzo Fc )
28) Rukundo Thérence ( Athletico Academy)
29) Nshimirimana Darcy ( Royal Fc )

Rwanda confirmed as hosts for FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2021 Zone 5 Qualifiers

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 17, 2021

Rwanda confirmed as hosts for FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2021 Zone 5 Qualifiers — Rwanda Women's National Team during practice | Photo Credit: NewTimes

FIBA Africa, the governing body for Basketball on the continent, has confirmed that Rwanda will host the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2021 Zone 5 Qualifiers.

The 2021 Women AfroBasket will be the 25th edition and will be held from 17th to 26th September 2021 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. In this 12 nation competition, hosts Cameroon alongside the last edition semi-finalists, Nigeria, Senegal, Mali, and Mozambique have automatic qualifications.

The seven more slots will be contested in the regional qualifying tournaments thus Kigali arena will hosts the zone 5 games scheduled from July 12th -17th, 2021.

In a short interview with the FERWABA media office, the Rwanda Basketball Federation President, Mr. Desire Mugwiza expressed his pleasure to host this kind of tournament for the women’s category

“ Hosting this tournament means a lot to Rwanda as we continue the journey to revamp our focus on women’s basketball at the regional and continental levels. We are excited and ready for the challenge.” Said Desire Mugwiza

Rwanda National women’s team has been in a residential camp since last Sunday after completing the BKBNL first leg games.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2021 Zone 5 Qualifiers will be held under strict guidelines by FIBA and Rwanda’s Ministry of Health. Countries that have confirmed participation are Rwanda, Kenya, South Sudan, and Uganda. More countries are expected to confirm their participation.

Guy Bukasa resigns as Rayon Sports head coach a day after a derby loss

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 17, 2021

Rayon Sports head coach Guy Bukasa has bid farewell to the club’s players and staff after a 1-0 defeat to APR FC in the Rwanda Primus League.

APR FC’s only goal against Rayon Sports in the Rwandan Derby was enough to separate the two arch-rivals with Anicet Ishimwe coming off the bench in the 87th minute to make a difference.

Ishimwe scored off a good ball from Lague Byiringiro a minute after his introduction. Byiringiro had also replaced Keddy Nsanzimfura after the break.

Derby games always leave behind victims. Guy Bukasa, who has been guiding Rayon Sports since July 2020, decided to step down after a poor run of performances.

Rayon Sports under Bukasa this season, in 11 games played, have recorded 3 wins, 5 draws, and 3 defeats.

Bukasa resigned two games before the end of the season. Guy Bakira, who was his assistant, has also decided to follow the decision of his boss. The team will communicate who will take over in the last two games to conclude the 2021 Primus League season.

Aganze scores 23 in UGB’s win over the Tigers, IPRC Kigali beats Shoot For The Stars

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 14, 2021

Aganze scores 23 in UGB’s win over the Tigers, IPRC Kigali beats Shoot For The Stars — UGB Captain, Espoir Aganze Bazihima | Photo credit: UGB

Espoir Aganze Bazihima was instrumental in United Generation Basketball, UGB’s 76-64 win over Tigers BBC, on Sunday afternoon at Amahoro indoor court, Petit Stade.

Aganze, UGB team captain finished the game with 23 points, 14 rebounds, 9 assists, and 3 blocks. His contribution both offensively and defensively earned him the player of the game in a needed victory following a defeat against the Patriots last Friday.

The first quarter ended with a tight score, Tigers trailed UGB by one point, 15-16. At the break, UGB led with 5 points, 35-30.

UGB kept the momentum in the 3rd and 4th quarters too, 22-20 and 19-14 to end the game on a good note. 76-64

UGB head coach, Yves Murenzi (in the middle) guiding the club to a good start of 3 wins in 4 games.

In this game, Tresor Muteba scored a game-high 26 points for the Tigers. An exciting game for Muteba who also recorded a double-double as he grabbed 18 rebounds but this was not enough to hand his team a second win of the season.

Earlier, RP-IPRC Kigali played its third game against Shoot For The Stars and again grabbed a three digits win, this time with 102-74 on the scoreboard.

Bello Nkanira and Bruno Nyamwasa were leading the team to victory with crucial three-point shoots. In general, Nyamwasa posted 22 points while Nkanira added 17 points and 11 assists.

IPRC Kigali had previously beaten UR BBC 110-42 in their second game of this BKBNL season.

BKBNL: Beleck Bell helped REG edge Espoir

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 12, 2021

Forward Beleck Bell led REG with 24 points, including 18 in the first 2 quarters of the game. REG BBC beat Espoir BBC 89-60.

Friday, June 11th, Rwanda’s Basketball league continued with REG BBC hosting Espoir BBC at IPRC Kigali court. REG started high and finish the first quarter with a two digits lead, 30-14

REG further extended their lead in the second quarter and put in 24 baskets to 17 of Espoir. The Nyamirambo based club, Espoir tried to come back in the third quarter but Beleck Bell and REG were too much to handle. It ended 18-15 in favor of Espoir.

In the last quarter, REG’s head coach, Henry Mwinuka made much better use of his roster with Christian Gatambira, and Theoneste Gatsinzi making back-to-back 3 pointers to finish off the game with a final score of 89-60.

Beleck Bell dropped 24 points while the new point guard, Adonis Filet scored 13 on his debut.

Espoir’s Alex Musabwa played his first game too. The new center from IPRC Huye scored 15 points and grabbed 13 rebounds. Heritier Irumva added 19 points for Espoir.

At Petit Stade, UGB recorded their first loss of the season as they were beaten by the powerhouse, Patriots 67-58. Frank Dushimimana, Espoir Aganze, and Elias Ngoga were good as they scored in double digits but they didn’t get enough help from their teammates. The trio combined scored 43 points.

Kenyan Bush Wamukota scored a game-high 22 points. Ndizeye Dieudonne contributed 16 points for Patriots too

The BKBNL actions continue this weekend. For more details, follow this link

Primus National League resume after the International break

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 10, 2021

Rwanda’s Primus National League resumes today after a fortnight from the International break as Police FC take on Rayon Sports at Bugesera Stadium at 3:30 pm local time in a shock of playoffs match-day 3

It’s a huge clash in the race for a top spot of the Primus National League in a group of eight teams that are battling for the league title. Both Police FC and Rayon Sports have 3 points in 2 games and share the same goal difference. Rayon will miss the services of goalkeeper Olivier Kwizera and forwards Manasse Mutatu, and Drissa Dagnog

The cops will be without left-back Eric Rutanga for the accumulation of many yellow cards. However, Police welcome back their left-back, Jean Marie Muvandimwe who has been sidelined for almost a year.

Bugesera FC hosts the defending champions APR FC in today’s early kickoff. Bugesera will be relying on on-form Alain Kwitonda who was a part of the Rwanda National team that beat the Central Africa Republic in International friendly games.

Elsewhere, AS Kigali who got off to a flying start of the Primus National League and currently occupies first place, take on Rutsiro in an away game at Umuganda Stadium. Rutsiro FC are just 3 points below AS Kigali

In the group of teams that are playing to avoid relegation, Jean de Dieu Mateso will be leading Mukura Victory Sports for the first time this season following the suspension of the head coach Rodolpho Zapata.

Mukura lock horns with Etincelles in a must-win game to keep the hopes of staying in the top flight league next season

Today’s Primus National League fixtures

Bugesera FC v APR FC, 12:00 pm
Mukura VS v Etincelles, 3.00 pm
Espoir FC v Marines FC, 3.00 pm
Rutsiro FC v AS Kigali, 3.00 pm
Sunrise v Gasogi United, 3.00 pm
AS Muhanga v Gorilla FC, 3.00 pm
SC Kiyovu v Musanze FC, 3.30 pm
Police FC v Rayon Sports, 3.30 pm

BKBNL-Women: The Hoops hold off APR to register the first win of the season

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 6, 2021

BKBNL defending Champions, The Hoops Rwanda outperformed their rivals, APR WBBC in a league opener as IPRC Huye make an emphatic statement with a win against Ubumwe.

Despite acquiring The Hoops’ guard, Laurence Imanizabayo before the start of this season, APR failed to overcome The Hoops as they were overwhelmed in Saturday’s encounter at Petit Stade. The game scores were 24-13, 12-19, 24-14, and 13-13 to make it 73-59.

Rosine Micomyiza scored a game-high 28 points including hitting 4 threes. Faustine Mwizerwa scored 18 while Feza Ebengo added 10, grabbed 18 rebounds, and provided 6 assists for her team. APR’s Laurence Imanizabayo and Charlotte Umugwaneza scored 19 and 14 points respectively.

In another game, IPRC South dominated Ubumwe in every aspect of the game to beat them 89-49

The Southerners just played with a more complete team game and outdid Ubumwe BBC in every quarter. They played a clean game that made a statement to their opponents in the league. The Jean Claude Muhirwa coached side won all quarters of the game, 25-9, 20-8, 22-14, and 22-18 to finish with an 89-49 win.

Apart from Cecile’s 18 points contribution, IPRC Huye got 16 points from Odile Tetero, 16 from Nicole Urwibutso, as well as 11 apiece from Sandrine Mushikiwabo and team captain Isatha Carletta.

For Ubumwe, new signing Sandra Kantore scored 16 points and she was the only Ubumwe player to score in double digits.

Elsewhere, UR Huye gets a narrow win, 57-55 over Groupe Scolaire Marie Reine.

For more BKBNL Women games details, follow this link

APR BBC get off to a flying start in their BKBNL season opening game.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 5, 2021

APR BBC get off to a flying start in their BKBNL season opening game. — APR BBC last season | Photo Credit: Fils Museminali

APR BBC kick-started the new BKBNL season with a home victory over visitors 30 Plus BBC on Friday night in a thrashing 112-55 win at Petit Stade.

The game was tight in the first quarter as it ended 17-15 in favor of the Army side, APR BBC.

In the second quarter, Coach Cliff Owuor’s side got off to a commanding, heavy, and double-digit lead which the opponent found difficult to recover from, 33-7, and at the break, the visitor, 30 Plus BBC was trailing APR 22-50.

In the third and fourth quarter, APR BBC was in full control as they increased their lead over 30 Plus where scored 26-16 and 36-17 respectively. A heavy defeat for 30 Plus as the final score was 112-55.

Emmanuel Iyakaremye “Nzuru“ led the way for his home team scoring 25 points in 35 minutes of play and shooting 55% in general. Nzuru had an amazing performance with 11 rebounds and 14 assists too. His Teammates Armel Sangwa, Fiston Irutingabo, Olivier Kamilindi, Thierry Nkundwa, and Jean Marie Rukerimbere, all contributed double-digit scores.

For the visitors, The team captain, Yvan Axel Rwema scored 12 points, whilst teammate Remy Ndahayo, came off the bench and had an impressive individual performance by knocking down 12 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and providing 1 assist in the 15 minutes played.

The former champions, APR BBC had no services from their big man, Marius Ntwali, and new recruits in Mike Buzangu, Ally Kazingufu, and Junior Kasongo who were all in the stands following and supporting their teammates.

BKBNL actions continue today Saturday, June 5th, APR BBC plays Espoir BBC at 4 pm local time at Petit Stade

For more BKBNL games details, follow this link

National Basketball League Put On Hold Due To Rise In COVID-19 Cases

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Kenneth Lwanga

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June 4, 2021

The National Basketball League NBL went static yesterday after the directions from the National Council of Sports to suspend the league until further notice.

The decision comes following a rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in the country, Kampala in particular. The National Basketball League had only two fixtures left before the end of the regular season with matches scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.

The decision from the National Council of Sports not only applies to the top flight basketball league but also affects the lower divisions. The lower leagues had been stopped due to internal issues but later given a green light only to hit another wall.

The basketball governing body FUBA is yet to comment on the new development but this comes as a setback but for the most part, regulations to combat the spread of the virus were being followed for example regular testing of players, restrictions on fans, and playing outdoor that is at UCU and KIU courts.

Not all is bad in the region as for neighbours Rwanda, the basketball league tip-off today with six fixtures.

Rwanda Beach Volleyball teams to depart to Morocco ahead of qualifiers for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.

Rwanda’s Beach Volleyball delegation is set to leave the country for Agadir, Morocco on Saturday, June 19, 2021.

Jimmy Ndayizeye summons a 29 man squad ahead of CECAFA U-23

The Burundi senior national team and U-23 head coach, Jimmy Ndayizeye has summoned a 29 man provisional squad in preparations for the upcoming CECAFA U-23 to be staged in Ethiopia next month.

Rwanda confirmed as hosts for FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2021 Zone 5 Qualifiers

FIBA Africa, the governing body for Basketball on the continent, has confirmed that Rwanda will host the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket 2021 Zone 5 Qualifiers.

Guy Bukasa resigns as Rayon Sports head coach a day after a derby loss

Rayon Sports head coach Guy Bukasa has bid farewell to the club’s players and staff after a 1-0 defeat to APR FC in the Rwanda Primus League.

Aganze scores 23 in UGB’s win over the Tigers, IPRC Kigali beats Shoot For The Stars

Espoir Aganze Bazihima was instrumental in United Generation Basketball, UGB’s 76-64 win over Tigers BBC, on Sunday afternoon at Amahoro indoor court, Petit Stade.

BKBNL: Beleck Bell helped REG edge Espoir

Forward Beleck Bell led REG with 24 points, including 18 in the first 2 quarters of the game. REG BBC beat Espoir BBC 89-60.

Primus National League resume after the International break

Rwanda’s Primus National League resumes today after a fortnight from the International break as Police FC take on Rayon Sports at Bugesera Stadium at 3:30 pm local time in a shock of playoffs match-day 3

BKBNL-Women: The Hoops hold off APR to register the first win of the season

BKBNL defending Champions, The Hoops Rwanda outperformed their rivals, APR WBBC in a league opener as IPRC Huye make an emphatic statement with a win against Ubumwe.

APR BBC get off to a flying start in their BKBNL season opening game.

APR BBC kick-started the new BKBNL season with a home victory over visitors 30 Plus BBC on Friday night in a thrashing 112-55 win at Petit Stade.

National Basketball League Put On Hold Due To Rise In COVID-19 Cases

The National Basketball League NBL went static yesterday after the directions from the National Council of Sports to suspend the league until further notice.

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