Ndejje Back To Start What They Ended With The Ndejje University Volleyball Open

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April 24, 2021

Ndejje University Volleyball Open was the last before closing sports and the tournament is back to start volleyball activities.

The Ndejje University Volleyball Open marks the start of volleyball activities in the country after a long volleyball drought. The open was the last time we saw volleyball from the UVF calendar right before all sports were stopped because of the pandemic.

The tournament usually comes right before the new league serves off and is a good time for clubs to showcase their talents and pre-season preparations. However, this time is far away from the league start as a new calendar has been adapted.

The Ndejje University Volleyball Open attracts many teams across all series in the National Volley League both in men’s and women’s categories. So far 17 men and 11 women’s teams have confirmed participation.

The Volleyball Open will be played from 24th to the 25th of April at the University sports grounds. Final confirmation for teams will be made on Saturday, the opening day of the tournament after a technical meeting early in the morning at the Ndejje University.

The defending champions from the men’s side after defeating host Ndejje, Nemostars will not participate as they traveled to represent the country at the 2021 Men’s Club African Championships in Tunis, Tunisia.

The host’s women’s team are title holders after overcoming opponents KCCA in the previous edition of the tournament.

Full List of Confirmed teams

Men’s Category

Host
KCCA
Nkumba
Gulu
Elyon
Kiwoko
SKY
OBB
MUST
KU
Kabale University
Namboole
Kampala Royal
UPDF
COBAP
KAVC
Nanta Bombers

Women’s Category

Host
KCCA
KCB – Nkumba
KU
MUST
Kabale University
Gulu
Nemo
COBAP
KAVC
IUIU

REG BBC mean serious business in the BKBNL Pre-season tournament

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Evode Munyeshuri

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April 24, 2021

REG BBC New team Captain, Olivier Shyaka | Photo Credit : FERWABA

BKBNL Pre-season defending champions, REG BBC is unstoppable in a tournament that Patriots did not participate in due to the NBA’s rules regarding the BAL tournament they have ahead.

The mini-tournament sponsored by Bank of Kigali which is a partner of basketball in Rwanda marks the TipOff of the basketball season. This edition will not have teams like Espoir BBC, Rusizi BBC, and Patriots BBC.

The defending champions, started high with 2 wins against UR-CMHS and RP-IPRC Huye. They thrashed the UR-CMHS student 98-34 with new team captain, Shyaka Olivier putting 19 in the basket.

April 23, 2021, REG BBC played its second match against RP-IPRC Huye. The game was played with so much passion from both sides that it would be hard to imagine that it was a friendly match. The first quarter ended with 6 points led by defending champions, 20-26

The guys from the south led by coach Charles Mushumba came back to dominated their opponent in the second quarter. REG trailed the southerners 41-36 at the break.

RP-IPRC Huye gave this game away in the 3rd quarter when REG recovered stronger, maintained a solid defensive unit, using their physicality as a strength, and the trio Kami, Shyaka, and Belleck dominated. Belleck Bell made 8 points in 3rd. 24-11 in general.

In the last quarter, both teams scored 21 points which was to enough for the Southern Province based club to grab yesterday’s victory. The final result was 81-73 in the favor of REG BBC.

In the next assignment, the REG will lock horns with Shoot for the stars.

REG has 2 new recruits in Prince Muhizi from UGB and Pascal Niyonkuru from APR BBC however, they will not have the services of Jean Jacques Nshobozwabyosenumukiza and Elie Kaje. Both joined Patriots temporally to boost their squad in the upcoming BAL games.

As a reminder, this pre-season is an open tournament. A player can play for a team without a contract and for each game, the team provides a list of 12 players, regardless of the number of foreigners and nationals contrary to the rules of the league.

In the last edition, REG overcame the Patriots to clinch the trophy. This year, the Patriots have not participated in these games because according to rules stated by the NBA and BAL, it’s part of the precautionary measures against Covid-19. It’s already less than two weeks to the expected arrival date for all teams. So, they need all players and staff to stay healthy and fit.

For more details about BKBNL Pre-season Tournament, Click here

Today, Saturday 24/04/2021

FIXTURES

10h00 RP IPRC Huye vs UR Huye/W (Outdoor Amahoro)
10h00 THE HOOPS vs APR/W (Kigali Arena)
12h00 UR Huye BBC vs Tigers BBC (Kigali Arena)
14h00 ½ FINALS APR BBC vs RP IPRC Kigali BBC (Kigali Arena)
16h00 UR Huye vs THE HOOPS/W (Outdoor Amahoro)
16h00 RP IPRC Huye vs UBUMWE BBC/W (Kigali Arena)
18h00 ½ FINALS SHOOT FOR THE STARS vs REG BBC (Kigali Arena)

Sc Villa Deny URA FC Chance To Go Top, KCCA FC Survive Mbarara City FC At Kakyeka Stadium.

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Barry Tugume

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April 22, 2021

Title contenders URA FC were held to a goalless draw by league record champions Sc Villa at Bombo Military grounds.

URA FC were pre-match favourites basing on current league form. Coach Sam Ssimbwa’s men came calling. Cromwell Rwothomio, Shafic Kagimu Kuchi and Michael Birungi had chances to put tax collectors ahead but were denied by SC Villa’s experienced keeper Said Keni.

Sc Villa had chances through Muhammad Senoga, Geoffrey Waswa from a set-piece and Ronald Olaki’s header that couldn’t disturb Nafian Alionzi.

And in Kakyeka Stadium, Mbarara City FC couldn’t capitalise on home advantage as it has been for many years against big clubs in the country. KCCA FC kept calm and forced a draw after a resurgent Ankole Lions.

Mbarara City FC was welcoming club captain Hillary Mukundane from suspension. Ankole Lions created the majority of chances from each half but club captain and custodian Charles Lukwago was equal to the city’s challenges.

Mukundane, Henry Kitegenyi had cleat cut chances in 1st half to score but their efforts were wasted.

Matchday 19 results here

FSL: Uganda Futsal Super League To Start Early May

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 22, 2021

The FAU website confirmed that the new FSL 2020/2021 season will start early May in a new format at the newest state of art Futsal Arena.

The new format will see clubs grouped into two. Group A and Group B.

According to FAU chairman Mr Ibrahim Mugerwa there are 3 competitions that will be held for calendar 2020/2021. Futsal Super League FSL, Futsal Uganda cup and Futsal super cup.

The new season will kick off Saturday 01st May 2021 at Old Kampala Sports Arena.

Due to the new normal, only a limited number of fans will be allowed to attend. And all games shall be streaming live with Deep End sports Media after partnering with FAU.

Group A:
Mengo Fc.
Aidenal Fc.
SOSA Fc.
Big talent Fc.
Kampala Junior team Fc.

Group B.
Park Fc.
Kisenyi Fc.
Yeak Kabowa Fc.
Synergy Fc.

There will be playoffs for the top 2 clubs in a semi-final format on a home and away basis to determine the finalists and also playoffs to determine 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th placed clubs.

FUTSAL UGANDA CUP:
The competition will only be played by the 8 clubs in FSL starting with the quarter-final stage.

FUTSAL SUPER CUP.
The winner of FSL will battle with champions of the Futsal Uganda Cup for the FSC trophy and gold medals.

Rwita Flavia Kanyesigye Joins Nkumba University, 5 Out 1 In

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 21, 2021

Rwita Flavia Kanyesigye joins National Volleyball League champions Nkumba University Volleyball club.

In a statement on the club’s Facebook page, Rwita Flavia Kanyesigye was announced as the latest signing for Nkumba VC from Mbarara University of Science and Technology.

Defending champions Nkumba VC have in this transfer window, Eunice Nuwabigaba to KAVC, Gracious Kushemererwe to Ndejje University, Shadia Wanyeze to Ndejje University, Habiba Namala to RRA and most likely Doreen Akiteng will head out to Sport-S.

The club has so only brought in one player, Rwita Flavia Kanyesigye to replace Habiba Namala who departed to Rwanda Revenue Authority RRA VC. The signing will play the role of receiver-attacker on a 30-months contract with the club.

Opponents Espoir VC and KAVC have signed the most players this transfer window meaning the defending champions will have to re-organise the team well inorder to defend the title.

49 Players With Change Of Heart, Nkumba and UCU To Release The Most Players

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Kenneth Lwanga

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April 20, 2021

This transfer window comes with 49 transfer requests, 40 approved and 9 waiting for approval. Nkumba releases 8 players.

The transfer list was released today on the Uganda Volleyball Federation official Facebook page.

Top-flight league new entrants Orange Block Buster from the men’s made a statement in this transfer window when they requested to have 7 players join the side. 6 have been approved with 1 still pending citing the reason that Ivan Ongom Bob has a contract that runs till October in Rwanda.

KAVC and Espoir from the women’s clubs will receive the biggest number. Unfortunately, Nkumba has been affected the most, releasing 8 players from both men and women’s teams. It should be expected that Nkumba will most likely fill the gaps with fresh young players.

As for the other players with status pending, SOC commented that the transfers will be approved after mediation between the parties involved.

Transfer List

Wakiso Giants’ Eleventh League Draw A Worry For Defending Champions

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Barry Tugume

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April 20, 2021

Wakiso Giants have the highest number of draws so far in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and their lastest is a threat to defending champions should URA win against SC Villa at Bombo Grounds Tomorrow.

The Purple Sharks, Wakiso Gainst continue with their marathon of draws after holding defending champions, Vipers SC to a goalless draw in the matchday 19 counter of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League.

Wakiso Giants lead the tally for draws with 11 ahead of Express FC and Kyetume FC. The record of draws does not put the purple sharks in a safe position as the relegation zone is knocking on their door.

The results today, however much was in favour of the visitors, was not one for Kajoba to laugh about. Ball possession was shared equally amongst both side but the hosts had more chances of tilting the scale with many dangerous attacks at their opponent’s goal.

The visitors on the other hand picked up a number of yellow cards with one member from the technical team sent off the pitch for misconduct. This draw should be one URA coach should capitalise on to have his side lead the table.

All other games played today resulted in wins except for the encounter at St. Mary’s Stadium Kitende. Find results from matchday 19 here.

Vipers SC Drop Points, MYDA FC Register Second League Win Away In Arua City.

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Barry Tugume

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April 20, 2021

Wakiso Giants FC made life very difficult for champions Vipers SC at st Marys Kitende.

Champions were welcoming Congolese hitman Ceasor Manzoki from Injury after missing their trip to Masindi Kitara FC’s game.

Club top performers Yunus Ssentamu and Paul Mucuu with 10 and 9 goals respectively had chances to kill off the game but couldn’t and the purple defence stopped any harm to goalkeeper Derrick Emukule who has been Wakiso Giants FC’s pillar.

The away teams chance of the game fell off Rahmat Ssenfuka who blasted the ball over after beating captain Paul Willa inside the goal area.

Wakiso Giants FC goalkeeper coach Swaibu Ssebagala was sent off for foul language aimed at the match centre referee. The away team had come well charged knowing that Vipers SC has not lost Any points at home this season.

It was the first time Vipers SC failed to pick up maximum points this season. Wakiso Giants FC midfielder Joshua Lubwama picked up the Pilsner Man of the performance award.

And in Arua city, inconsistent Myda FC put a sword through Onduparaka FC’s heart, winning it late in the 88th min. The caterpillars were ahead in the 16th min through Okot’s well-taken spot-kick,

Malish made it two through a well take set-piece that beat MyYDA FC’s shot-stopper. Earlier Salim had got an equalizer for Visiting MYDA FC and the home team was leading at Half time.

MYDA FC’s Mutebi Eric converted from a spot-kick after Amos Kirya fouled in the area. Mutebi Peter connected with Eric to slot away MYDA FC ahead on the 88th min.

There was 7 good min of added time which called for visiting fans to protest but MYDA FC resisted home team pressure to register their second league win in 19 games.

Matchday 19 results here

RPL: Friendly games are in full swing as preparations for the league

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Evode Munyeshuri

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April 20, 2021

RPL — AS Kigali forward Abed Biramahire firing a shoot in a friendly match against Gorilla FC | Photo credit: AS Kigali

Rwanda Premier League, RPL teams return to training and are also playing friendly matches in preparation for the Primus National League which will kick off on May 1, 2021.

After playing its first game against AS Kigali last Saturday and losing 3-2, Gorilla FC, on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, will travel to Bugesera to face Gasogi United.

AS Kigali is also heading to Rubavu to play a friendly match with Marines FC. This match is scheduled to take place at Umuganda Stadium on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 15:00

Rayon Sports will play their first friendly match against Bugesera FC on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at Bugesera Stadium. The Bugesera district team is looking to play its second game, following a 1-1 draw against Police FC last weekend.

The Rutsiro district team Rutsiro FC which host their matches in Rubavu district, also plan to play a friendly match against APR FC in Kigali on Thursday 22/04/2021. SC Kiyovu is also planning to play Police FC on Thursday.

Rwanda Premier League, RPL will be played in a special format after it failed to start on time due to the Corona Virus outbreak. The kickoff date is set on May 1st, with Fixtures not yet released but expected to be announced not later than Wednesday.

Forgotten Kampala Derby ends in a draw, Wakiso Giants Lose, only 3points above the relegation zone

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Barry Tugume

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April 15, 2021

Forgotten Kampala Derby ends in a draw, Wakiso Giants Lose, only 3points above the relegation zone

There are now eight clean sheets for Express FC‘s Mathias Muwanga as the forgotten Kampala Derby produced no goals at Military Barracks Bombo in Luwero. Wakiso Giants Lose, only 3points above the relegation zone.

SC Villa could have picked up a straight red card for Derrick Ndahiro’s high boot that met Express FC’s midfielder Kambale just near the 16-yard box, but the referee showed a yellow card for the nasty challenge in the 68th min.

The highly anticipated derby saw both teams try chances but goalkeepers were up for the challenge. But the game lacked serious goal chances.

Record champions SC Villa wanted long balls up the field yet had non-players in the box to tap head in the chances. The chances Express FC created were not scary to disturb SC Villa’s defence.

SC Villa lanky ball-playing defensive midfielder tried to stop Express FC from creating from midfield, made interceptions and played shot passes controlling the game from midfield

Elsewhere at MTN Omondo stadium Lugogo, Police FC dominated UPDF FC that has since struggled on the Turf surface sources say. They have conceded more goals on Lugogo artificial turf than any other top-flight team.

Police FC goals were scored by Derrick Kakooza who bagged a brace and Tumwesigye Frank Zaga fired home in the 21st min.

Wakiso Derby produced 4 penalties, 3 for only one side Bright stars Fc. The penalties were awarded by the famous controversial Shamira Nabadda. Goals from Samuel Ssekamate, Joseph Janjali and substitute Ibrahim Kasinde inflicted more misery on coach Daglas Bamweyana’s men. Ivan Bogere and Lubwama Joseph scored for Wakiso Giants Fc.

MD17 FT RESULTS

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Sc Villa Deny URA FC Chance To Go Top, KCCA FC Survive Mbarara City FC At Kakyeka Stadium.

Title contenders URA FC were held to a goalless draw by league record champions Sc Villa at Bombo Military grounds.

FSL: Uganda Futsal Super League To Start Early May

The FAU website confirmed that the new FSL 2020/2021 season will start early May in a new format at the newest state of art Futsal Arena.

Rwita Flavia Kanyesigye Joins Nkumba University, 5 Out 1 In

Rwita Flavia Kanyesigye joins National Volleyball League champions Nkumba University Volleyball club.

49 Players With Change Of Heart, Nkumba and UCU To Release The Most Players

This transfer window comes with 49 transfer requests, 40 approved and 9 waiting for approval. Nkumba releases 8 players.

Wakiso Giants’ Eleventh League Draw A Worry For Defending Champions

Wakiso Giants have the highest number of draws so far in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and their lastest is a threat to defending champions should URA win against SC Villa at Bombo Grounds Tomorrow.

Vipers SC Drop Points, MYDA FC Register Second League Win Away In Arua City.

Wakiso Giants FC made life very difficult for champions Vipers SC at st Marys Kitende.

RPL: Friendly games are in full swing as preparations for the league

Rwanda Premier League, RPL teams return to training and are also playing friendly matches in preparation for the Primus National League which will kick off on May 1, 2021.

Forgotten Kampala Derby ends in a draw, Wakiso Giants Lose, only 3points above the relegation zone

There are now eight clean sheets for Express FC‘s Mathias Muwanga as the forgotten Kampala Derby produced no goals at Military Barracks Bombo in Luwero. Wakiso Giants Lose, only 3points above the relegation zone.

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