Jean Jacques Boissy Named BAL 2025 MVP.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 15, 2025

Jean Jacques Boissy, a 25-year-old Senegalese international point guard, was named the Hakeem Olajuwon BAL Most Valuable Player for the 2025 season on June 14, after leading Libya’s Al Ahly Tripoli to their first-ever Basketball Africa League (BAL) championship. He became the first Senegalese player to both win the title and receive the league’s top individual honor.

The MVP award was announced at SunBet Arena, following Al Ahly’s historic title run.

Boissy’s standout campaign included a selection to the All-BAL Defensive First Team, along with impressive playoff averages of 18.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game.

Boissy joined Al Ahly Tripoli in May from Rwanda’s REG ahead of the playoffs and quickly blended in. Coming off the bench throughout the postseason, he made a consistent impact with his energetic defense and accurate perimeter shooting.

Jean Jacques Boissy led the regular season with 23.8 points per game, guiding Al Ahly to a 6-0 record. In the playoffs, he remained impactful off the bench, adding steady scoring and strong defense.

Boissy also stars among the top five of BAL 2025, alongside his Al Ahly teammate Jaylen Adams, Al Ittihad’s Majok Deng, APR’s Aliou Diarra, and Petro’s Patrick Gardner.

In a first for the BAL, fans participated in MVP voting—accounting for 25% of the total—while the BAL panel contributed the remaining 75%. Boissy beat out teammate Jaylen Adams, and Petro de Luanda stars Patrick Gardner and Aboubacar Gakou for the honor.

FIBA Africa President Anibal Manave was among the distinguished guests to present Boissy with the prestigious MVP trophy during the post-final award ceremony.

In the other individual honors, Fouad Abou Chakra was named Coach of the Year after leading Al Ahly Tripoli to an impressive 8-1 record and their first-ever BAL title.

The Manute Bol Sportsmanship Award went to Solo Diabate of Petro de Luanda, while Joel Almeida of Kriol Star received the Ubuntu Award, recognizing his contributions to community engagement and leadership in his home country, Cape Verde.

The BAL also unveiled its All-Defensive Teams, honoring the league’s top defenders. The First Team included Jean Jacques Boissy (Al Ahly Tripoli), Obadiah Noel (APR), Caleb Agada (Al Ahly), Taefale Lenard Jr. (MBB), and Aliou Diarra (APR), who earned his second Dikembe Mutombo Defensive Player of the Year award after leading APR to their first-ever podium finish.

The Second Team included Childe Dundao (Petro de Luanda), Mohamed Sadi (Al Ahly Tripoli), Ivan Almeida (Kriol Star), Majok Deng (Al Ittihad), and Yossoupha Ndoye (APR), rounding out a strong defensive lineup that defined the 2025 BAL season.

Following the BAL season, Boissy is expected to return to Kigali to rejoin REG for the domestic playoffs, as they attempt to dethrone back-to-back champions APR.

Al Ahli Tripoli’s Journey to Dethrone Petro de Luanda in BAL 2025.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 15, 2025

Libyan champions Al Ahli Tripoli stunned defending champions Petro de Luanda 88-67 to win their first-ever Basketball Africa League (BAL) title on June 14 at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria, South Africa. With this triumph, Al Ahli became the first team to progress all the way from the Road to BAL qualifiers, win a conference, and lift the continental crown.

Led by Coach Abou Chacra Fouad—who was also named BAL Coach of the Year—Al Ahli delivered a historic campaign, beginning in the second round of qualifiers. They went on to top the Nile Conference in Kigali before dominating the playoffs to claim Africa’s most prestigious club basketball title.

Their success was built on a mature, cohesive squad that developed chemistry through a packed schedule, which included the Road to BAL games in Tripoli, the Nile Conference in Kigali, a training camp in Istanbul, and playoff games in Pretoria.

A major factor in their triumph was Al Ahli’s smart scouting and roster management. They began the season with experienced players like Michael Eric and the first-ever BAL MVP, Walter Hodge.

Throughout the campaign, the club made timely reinforcements—bringing in Jean Jacques Boissy and Jaylen Adams before the regular season in Kigali, and adding Fabian White Jr. ahead of the playoffs to replace Deon Thompson.

These additions paid off in the playoffs. Al Ahli showcased disciplined, structured basketball, maintaining composure even in tough moments.

They played under the radar against Al Ittihad in seeding games, cruised Kriol Star—whom they had also beaten in the Road to BAL—and eliminated Rwanda’s APR, who they had already defeated twice in the regular season, to reach the final.

In the championship game, six Al Ahli Tripoli players scored in double figures: Assem Marei (22 points, 19 rebounds), Fabian White Jr. (18), Caleb Agada (12), Mohamed Sadi (11), Jaylen Adams (11), and Jean Jacques Boissy (10).

Marei, the 2.06m, 113kg Egyptian center, dominated with a game-high 22 points and a record-setting 19 rebounds—eight of them offensive—earning the highest efficiency rating in the final.

Petro de Luanda saw double-digit performances from Childe Dundao (11), Patrick Gardner (11), Rigoberto Mendoza (10), and Aboubacar Gakou (12), but were outmatched by Al Ahli’s balanced and relentless attack.

After the game, Al Ahli Tripoli shooting guard Nasseim Badrush credited the team’s unity as the key to their title run.

“The key factor to our BAL success was our togetherness,” he said.

Following the final, Al Ahli Tripoli players received gold medals, the championship trophy, and—making history—a set of championship rings, awarded for the first time in Africa. In the individual awards ceremony, Senegalese point guard Jean Jacques Boissy was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player.

In their BAL debut, Al Ahli Tripoli not only showcased the strength of Libyan basketball—marking a second consecutive final appearance by a Libyan club—but also earned the honor of representing Africa at the upcoming FIBA Intercontinental Cup.

Al Ahli Tripoli Silences APR’s BAL Title Hopes.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 12, 2025

Al Ahli Tripoli eliminated APR in the BAL 5 semifinal, thanks to strong perimeter defense. (Photo courtesy)

Libyan giants Al Ahli Tripoli defeated Rwanda’s APR BBC for the third time this season, eliminating them in the semifinals and crushing their dream of winning the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in season 5.

Al Ahli secured an 84–71 victory in the first BAL semifinal held on June 11 at SunBet Arena in Pretoria.

The Rwandan army team came into the game seeking revenge after two regular-season losses to the Libyan champions and hoping to become the first Rwandan team to reach a BAL final.

However, head coach Fouad Abou Chacra’s side seemed to have thoroughly analyzed APR’s playing style, deploying a tight defensive strategy that stifled APR’s offense.

Despite trailing 17–18 after the first quarter, Al Ahli tightened their defense in the second, limiting APR to just 11 points—a postseason low—taking a 36–29 lead into halftime.

Coach James Maye’s APR team responded in the third quarter with renewed energy, managing to overturn the deficit and enter the final quarter with a slim 57–55 lead. But just like in the second period, Al Ahli dominated the final quarter, extinguishing APR’s hopes of advancing to the championship game.

The Libyan side closed out the game with a commanding 84–71 win, showcasing superiority across almost every statistical category. Although APR had a slightly better field goal percentage (48% to Al Ahli’s 46%), the Libyans were lethal from behind the arc, hitting 12 of 29 three-point attempts compared to APR’s 4 of 18.

Al Ahli’s strong perimeter defense limited APR’s shot attempts, while they also dominated in rebounds, assists, steals, points in the paint, points off turnovers, and bench contributions.

Forward Fabian Christopher White Jr. led all scorers with 23 points on 9-of-15 shooting while playing the full 40 minutes. APR’s standout performer was Anunwa “Nuni” Omot, who finished with 22 points.

This marks APR’s third loss to Al Ahli Tripoli this season, following two defeats during the Nile Conference games in Kigali.

In the second semifinal, defending champions Petro de Luanda outclassed Al Ittihad 96–74 to reach their second consecutive BAL final.

The final is scheduled for Saturday, June 14, at 4 PM (Pretoria time), while the bronze medal game will feature APR versus Al Ittihad on Friday, June 13, at 7 PM, both at SunBet Arena.

Rwanda U-16 Teams Depart for FIBA U-16 AfroBasket Zone V Qualifiers in Tanzania.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 10, 2025

Rwanda’s U-16 boys’ and girls’ national basketball teams have departed for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to participate in the FIBA U-16 AfroBasket Zone V Qualifiers, despite already securing automatic qualification for the continental championship as hosts.

The delegation left Kigali International Airport on the morning of Tuesday, June 10. The teams will use the regional qualifiers as a build-up to the main tournament, which will be held in Kigali this September.

The Zone V Qualifiers, scheduled from June 12–14 in Kibaha, Tanzania, will feature four East African countries—Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda—competing in both the boys’ and girls’ categories.

These games serve as qualifiers for the FIBA U-16 AfroBasket 2025, which will take place in Kigali from September 2–14. Contrary to earlier reports, the boys’ and girls’ tournaments will now be held simultaneously.

The AfroBasket U-16 tournament will feature 12 teams in each category, representing Africa’s seven zones. Rwanda will host both competitions—marking the country’s first time hosting the boys’ event and the second time for the girls’ edition, which was last held in Kigali in 2019 at Petit Stade.

In the boys’ category, five teams—host nation Rwanda, defending champions Guinea, Egypt, Mali, and Angola (the 2023 semifinalists)—have already secured spots. The remaining seven slots will be determined through zonal qualifiers.

Zone IV has concluded, with Cameroon clinching their maiden ticket.

In the girls’ category, Rwanda and Mali qualify automatically as hosts and defending champions, respectively. Egypt, Angola, and Tunisia—semifinalists from the last edition—have also booked their places, while Cameroon secured qualification through Zone IV.

Mali has dominated the women’s competition, having won all previous editions.

Team Rwanda Squads

The Rwanda U-16 girls’ team is coached by Joselyne Munyaneza, with Moussa Harelimana as her assistant. The 12-player squad includes:

Ndaruhutse Atete Raissa
Ishimwe Alpha Rebecca
Ndzara Arhoria Johana
Muhorakeye Chanceline
Nzitabakuze Soumaya
Ineza Mushumba Kessy
Ihogoza Agahozo Fany
Akaliza Husina
Agasaro Greater Gradis
Mutoniwase Tidjara
Gwiza Kagina Christa
Akamikazi Tessy Clara

The boys’ team will be led by Head Coach Bienvenue Ngandu and Assistant Coach Emmanuel Habumugisha. The roster includes:

Murenzi Mucyo Ian
Sibomana Ngabo Armael
Ngabo Neto
Ganza Hirwa Kelvin
Shami Jonathan
Mugisha Yvan Prince
Kayihura Elouan
Irakiza Gedeon
Mugisha Divin
Cyusa Divin
Muhirwa Alvin Joshua
Kabenga Manzi Enzo

In the previous edition of the U-16 AfroBasket, Rwanda finished fifth in the boys’ category and seventh in the girls’ competition. The upcoming qualifiers will be crucial in preparing both teams for a strong showing on home soil this September.

APR Crush Rivers Hoopers 104–73 to Reach First BAL Semifinal.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 9, 2025

Rwanda’s representative in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2025, APR Basketball Club, made history on June 9 by advancing to the semifinals for the first time with a commanding 104–73 win over Nigeria’s Rivers Hoopers at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria.

APR became only the second Rwandan team to reach the BAL semifinals, achieving the feat in Season 5 after the Patriots did so in the inaugural season.

The army team started strong, led by new signing and South Sudan international Nuni Omot, whose flawless shooting helped the team race to a 24–11 lead by the end of the first quarter. Rivers Hoopers struggled to contain APR’s offensive rhythm and failed to slow down the most complete APR squad in recent memory.

James Maye’s side continued to dominate in the second quarter, moving the ball efficiently and defending strongly in the paint. By halftime, APR had extended their lead to 57–32.

James Edward Maye Jr.’s coaching strategies have transformed APR’s performance this season. courtesy photo

In the third quarter, APR began rotating their lineup—learning from last season’s injury setbacks—yet still controlled the game, entering the final period with a 31-point advantage (83–52).

Despite the lopsided scoreline, Coach Maye used the final quarter to give bench players valuable minutes. Even then, APR maintained their dominance, closing the game with a stunning 104–73 victory.

APR’s shooting efficiency was pivotal, hitting 40 of 62 shots (64%) compared to the Hoopers’ 24 of 75 (32%). From behind the arc, APR shot 11 of 22 (50%), while the Nigerian champions went just 7 of 30 (23.3%).

Nuni Omot guided APR to their first-ever BAL semifinal. Courtesy Photo

Anunwa Omot Nuni led APR with 21 points, shooting an efficient 9-of-13 from the field, including 3-of-5 from three-point range. Chasson Randle added 15 points and dished out 10 assists, while Aliou Diarra recorded a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds.

For Rivers Hoopers, Madut Akec, another South Sudan international also scored 21 points, going 7 of 17 from the field.

In the day’s other quarterfinal, defending champions Petro de Luanda defeated 2022 champions US Monastir 95–84 to extend their streak of reaching every BAL semifinal since the league began in 2020.

Back-to-back Rwandan champions APR will face Libya’s Al Ahli Tripoli in the semifinal, while Petro de Luanda takes on Egypt’s Al Ahly.

This marks APR’s first appearance in a continental semifinal since the 2009 FIBA Africa Club Championship, which was held in Kigali.

APR Survives Late Scare from The Hoops to Extend Winning Streak to 11.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 5, 2025

APR Women’s Basketball held their nerve in a nail-biting 66-62 victory over The Hoops, extending their unbeaten run to 11 games while snapping their opponents’ five-game winning streak in the Rwanda Basketball League.

The midweek showdown at Petit Stade featured a clash between former champions, and it was APR who emerged victorious—thanks in large part to their bench depth and composure in critical moments.

Patrick Habiyambere’s young Hoops side came out firing, opening an early 8-point lead within the first three minutes. But APR quickly responded, with Assouma Uwizeye scoring 9 points to help her side edge ahead 18-16 by the end of the first quarter.

The second quarter turned into a defensive stalemate, with neither team willing to concede an edge. The half ended in a 28-28 deadlock.

Assouma Uwizeye’s foul trouble forced APR coach Charles Mushumba to turn to his bench early in the third quarter. The introduction of Martine Umuhoza proved pivotal—she became a threat from behind the arc, helping APR build a 47-41 lead heading into the final period.

With Uwizeye back on the court in the fourth quarter, she and captain Charlotte Umugwaneza dominated the paint against a visibly fatigued Hoops frontcourt. Their rebounding and interior play allowed Kamba Diakite to take control offensively, stretching APR’s lead to 16 points with just five minutes remaining.

But The Hoops were not done yet.

Led by their youthful core—mostly high school players—Habiyambere’s team launched a spirited comeback. Rachel Harvey sparked the run with a layup, followed by Feza Ebengo’s steal and assist to Vivine Mugisha for a fast-break score. Ebengo then attacked the paint three consecutive times, cutting the deficit to just six, 60-54, with 3:26 left on the clock.

APR began to falter under pressure, especially after Umuhoza fouled out. Turnovers and missed shots handed The Hoops further momentum.

Ebengo and Coulibaly Kadiatou combined to bring the score to 62-64 with just over a minute remaining. Vestine Tuyisenge had a golden opportunity to put The Hoops ahead with a three-point attempt but missed.

On the ensuing fast break, Diakite sealed the win with a clutch basket, bringing the final score to 66-62.

APR’s bench outscored The Hoops’ second unit 18-3, a key difference-maker in a tightly contested game.

APR’s win was also powered by standout performances from their frontcourt. Uwizeye posted a double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds, while Umugwaneza added 10 points and 12 rebounds. Diakite led all scorers with 21 points.

APR — Kamba Diakite scored a game-high 21 points. (Photo: FERWABA)

For The Hoops, Feza Ebengo also had a double-double with 12 points and 14 rebounds. Kadiatou Coulibaly chipped in 19 points and 9 rebounds, while Rachel Harvey added 15 points.

Elsewhere in the league on the same day:

Azomco defeated UR Kigali 83-39
REG dominated EAUR 96-62
IPRC Huye beat UR Huye 66-45 at UR Gymnasium

Standings Update (Top 6):

REG WBBC: 18-0 (clinched playoffs)
APR: 16-2 (clinched playoffs)
Kepler: 14-3 (clinched playoffs)
Azomco: 9-9
The Hoops: 9-8
IPRC Huye: 9-8

With REG, APR, and Kepler already securing playoff spots, the battle for the final postseason berth remains tight. Azomco (9-9), The Hoops (9-8), IPRC Huye (9-8), EAUR (7-11), and GS Marie Reine (7-7) are all still mathematically in the race.

Volleyball: GMT 2025 Postponed by Two Weeks.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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June 2, 2025

Archived photo of Police vs. GVC in last year's GMT final, played at Ecole Notre Dame Des Anges, Remera.

The 2025 edition of the Genocide Memorial Tournament (GMT), originally scheduled for the second weekend of June, has been postponed by two weeks.

The Rwanda Volleyball Federation (FRVB) announced on Monday, June 2, that the tournament has been rescheduled to June 20–22 due to reasons beyond its control.

🚨Communique! pic.twitter.com/5bomwOiJlr

— FRVB | RWANDA VOLLEYBALL (@Rw_Volleyball) June 2, 2025

The three-day tournament, which had already extended invitations to regional clubs, was postponed just three days before its planned start. The last-minute change has drawn concern and criticism from both local and regional stakeholders.

Some regional teams had already begun traveling to Kigali or had booked accommodation ahead of the Federation’s postponement notice.

GMT is an annual event organized by the Rwanda Volleyball Federation with the the Ministry of Sports and the Rwanda National Olympic and Sports Committee.

The GMT dates reportedly clash with the Kigali International Peace Marathon, which is scheduled for the same weekend and starts and finishes in Remera—a venue frequently used for major volleyball events—creating a potential scheduling conflict.

The Genocide Memorial Tournament is held annually across various sports disciplines to honor members of the sports community who were killed during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.

Last year, APR Women’s Volleyball Club defeated Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) to win the women’s title, while Police VC triumphed over Gisagara to claim the men’s trophy.

FIFA Announces Special Transfer Window for 2025 Club World Cup.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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May 21, 2025

FIFA has announced the opening of a special transfer window for the 32 clubs competing in the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. This exceptional registration period will run from June 1 to June 10, 2025, allowing teams to register new players ahead of the tournament in the United States.

The decision, confirmed on Wednesday, May 21, follows agreement by all 20 Member Associations with qualified clubs, with the final squad deadline set for June 10—just four days before the tournament kicks off in Miami.

“In line with the Regulations for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and amendments to the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players, all 20 concerned Member Associations whose clubs are involved have confirmed the opening of a special registration window from 1 to 10 June. This will allow clubs to register new signings for the tournament. The final player list must be submitted by 10 June,” read a statement from FIFA.

The 20 concerned Member Associations are: Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea Republic, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States.

To further enhance flexibility, FIFA has also approved a secondary in-competition registration window from June 27 to July 3, 2025, enabling clubs to add or replace players under defined conditions, provided their domestic transfer window is open.

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 will be the most extensive in the tournament’s history, featuring 32 teams from six confederations and 63 matches across 11 U.S. cities:
Atlanta, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Los Angeles, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, Orlando, Philadelphia, Seattle, and Washington, D.C.

The tournament will conclude with the final at MetLife Stadium on July 13.

Africa will be represented by four clubs at this year’s FIFA Club World Cup: Al Ahly (CAF Champions League holders), Wydad AC, ES Tunis, and Mamelodi Sundowns.

BAL and Special Olympics Rwanda Champion Inclusion at the Nile Conference.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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May 21, 2025

Kigali, May 20 — The Basketball Africa League (BAL), in partnership with Special Olympics Rwanda, reaffirmed its commitment to inclusion by hosting a Unified Celebrity Game during Day 3 of the Nile Conference at BK Arena.

For the fourth consecutive year, BAL has supported Special Olympics Rwanda with basketball clinics and unified game — unique experiences where athletes with and without intellectual disabilities share the court with public figures.

Dr. Tharcisse Ngambe, Chairman of the Board of Special Olympics Rwanda, spoke during the event, highlighting the powerful impact of the partnership:

“Some had lost hope and felt incapable, but playing alongside individuals without intellectual disabilities — including celebrities — helped them build confidence, improve their abilities, and feel a sense of belonging in an inclusive society,” he said.

At the event, BAL and Special Olympics Rwanda brought together athletes and celebrities for the Unified Celebrity Game to celebrate inclusion, with Rwanda’s Sports Minister Nelly Mukazayire, BAL President Amadou Gallo Fall, and NBA legend Luol Deng joining to promote unity and talent.

In her remarks, Minister Mukazayire commended BAL for its inclusive initiatives:

“We thank BAL for providing this opportunity and making it possible. These are talented and special people. Recognizing their presence, their abilities, their movement, and their spirit gives us a powerful response. Sport creates an inclusive space that brings people together.” Minister of Sports said.

She further encouraged the athletes, reminding them of their value and uniqueness:

“You are talented. You are special!”

This initiative is a reflection of BAL’s broader mission to use basketball as a platform for social impact — empowering individuals of all abilities and fostering inclusive communities across the continent.

In Season 5, the BAL pays tribute to NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo, a passionate advocate for inclusion who inspired youth with intellectual disabilities at the 2022 BAL–Special Olympics Rwanda Basketball Clinic.

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Espoir BBC Falls to UGB, Officially Relegated from RBL 2025.

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Evode Munyeshuri

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May 15, 2025

Legendary Rwanda Basketball League side Espoir BBC suffered a 93-88 defeat to UGB, marking their 11th consecutive loss and 14th overall this season—confirming their last-place finish and relegation to the second division.

In the do-or-die clash on May 14 at Petit Stade, the Nyamirambo-based side came out strong, leading through the first three quarters. But UGB relied on their depth to mount a fourth-quarter comeback, outscoring Espoir 23-15 to seal the win.

Founded in 1963, Espoir BBC has long been a cornerstone of Rwandan basketball, known for nurturing young talent and producing national stars. In recent years, however, the club has struggled—hampered by financial constraints and an increasingly competitive league, where rivals have invested heavily in top talent from abroad.

Espoir has managed only one win in 15 games so far. With just one game remaining and a 1-14 record, they are mathematically unable to climb above Azomco (3-14), who sit just above them.

In the 2025 season, nine teams competed in the league, with only one set to face relegation as the league expands to ten teams next season. Unfortunately for Espoir, they are that team.

This marks a painful chapter for a club with five league titles—second only to APR’s record 15 since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. Espoir previously faced relegation four years ago, but the decision was overturned due to appeals related to the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact.

In addition to their domestic success, Espoir BBC has also won the 2012 Zone V Club Championship and has represented Rwanda in the African Club Championship, before transitioning to the Basketball Africa League (BAL).

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Al Ahli Tripoli Silences APR’s BAL Title Hopes.

Libyan giants Al Ahli Tripoli defeated Rwanda’s APR BBC for the third time this season, eliminating them in the semifinals and crushing their dream of winning the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in season 5.

Rwanda U-16 Teams Depart for FIBA U-16 AfroBasket Zone V Qualifiers in Tanzania.

Rwanda’s U-16 boys’ and girls’ national basketball teams have departed for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to participate in the FIBA U-16 AfroBasket Zone V Qualifiers, despite already securing automatic qualification for the continental championship as hosts.

APR Crush Rivers Hoopers 104–73 to Reach First BAL Semifinal.

Rwanda’s representative in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2025, APR Basketball Club, made history on June 9 by advancing to the semifinals for the first time with a commanding 104–73 win over Nigeria’s Rivers Hoopers at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria.

APR Survives Late Scare from The Hoops to Extend Winning Streak to 11.

APR Women’s Basketball held their nerve in a nail-biting 66-62 victory over The Hoops, extending their unbeaten run to 11 games while snapping their opponents’ five-game winning streak in the Rwanda Basketball League.

Volleyball: GMT 2025 Postponed by Two Weeks.

The 2025 edition of the Genocide Memorial Tournament (GMT), originally scheduled for the second weekend of June, has been postponed by two weeks.

FIFA Announces Special Transfer Window for 2025 Club World Cup.

FIFA has announced the opening of a special transfer window for the 32 clubs competing in the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. This exceptional registration period will run from June 1 to June 10, 2025, allowing teams to register new players ahead of the tournament in the United States.

BAL and Special Olympics Rwanda Champion Inclusion at the Nile Conference.

Kigali, May 20 — The Basketball Africa League (BAL), in partnership with Special Olympics Rwanda, reaffirmed its commitment to inclusion by hosting a Unified Celebrity Game during Day 3 of the Nile Conference at BK Arena.

Espoir BBC Falls to UGB, Officially Relegated from RBL 2025.

Legendary Rwanda Basketball League side Espoir BBC suffered a 93-88 defeat to UGB, marking their 11th consecutive loss and 14th overall this season—confirming their last-place finish and relegation to the second division.

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