D1 Round 14 (Regular Season): Derby game ends with REG's defeat of Kepler

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The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kigali: REG (#1) and Kepler (#2). Kepler was smashed at home by 24 points 43-67 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. REG forced 28 Kepler turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Kepler's players. Paul Akon orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. The former international point guard Rosine Micomyiza (162-1995) contributed with 15 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Beninese center Veronica Keita (190-2001) replied with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks for Kepler. Kepler's coach Rene Sahabu gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. Undefeated REG (16-0) have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 16 victories in a row. Newly promoted Kepler dropped to the third place with three games lost.
Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Kigali: The Hoops (#6) and EA Univ (#7). EA Univ was smashed at home by 38 points 38-76 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. Mali Kadiatou Coulibaly (-1990) had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and Feza Ebengo chipped in 10 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Yvonne Muhawenimana (-2006) responded with 11 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The Hoops have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with RP-IPRC Huye. EA Univ lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost.
Another interesting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Kigali: APR (#3) and Kepler (#2). APR (14-2) won against visiting Kepler (13-3) 79-73. It was a key game for the second position in the league. Kamba Diakite notched 37 points (!!!) to lead the effort. Even a double-double of 19 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists by Josiane Tcheumeleu did not help to save the game for Kepler. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. APR have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Kepler dropped to the third position with three games lost.

There were no big surprises in other games of round 14: Azomco beat GSMRR on the road 71-62. REG destroyed RP-IPRC Huye on its own court 107-51. Gahini was outscored by Azomco in Kigali 80-61. The Hoops rolled over UR Kigali at home 123-25.

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Kepler - REG 43-67

The most interesting game was a derby match between two local teams from Kigali: REG (#1) and Kepler (#2). Kepler was smashed at home by 24 points 43-67 and even the fact of playing on their own court did not help. REG forced 28 Kepler turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Kepler's players. Paul Akon orchestrated the victory with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds. The former international point guard Rosine Micomyiza (162-1995) contributed with 15 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Four REG players scored in double figures. Beninese center Veronica Keita (190-2001) replied with a double-double by scoring 10 points, 16 rebounds and 5 blocks and guard Josiane Tcheumeleu added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Kepler. Kepler's coach Rene Sahabu gave up on the game allowing to play ten players seeing no chance for a win. REG (16-0) have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with a perfect record of 16 victories in a row. Newly promoted Kepler dropped to the third place with three games lost.
Top scorers:
REG: P.Akon 19+11reb+1ast, R.Micomyiza 15+6reb+5ast, K.Maiga 11+10reb+2ast, G.Byukusenge 10+3reb+6ast, O.Tetero 7+5reb+3ast, R.Munezero 4+2reb+5ast
Kepler: J.Tcheumeleu 14+6reb+5ast, V.Keita 10+16reb, N.Nsanzabaganwa 9+7reb, H.Uwimpuhwe 5+4reb+1ast, N.Akariza 3+6reb+1ast, K.Uwera 2

GSMRR - Azomco 62-71

There was a small surprise when eighth ranked Azomco (7-9) beat 5th ranked GSMRR (7-6) in Cyabingo 71-62 on Wednesday. Azomco forced 25 GSMRR turnovers. South Sudanese Nivin Lokuku (-2003) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points and 14 rebounds to lead the effort and forward Fridaus Umulisa (-2004) supported her with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Even 26 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists by guard Marie Yamfashije (-2002) did not help to save the game for GSMRR. Janviere Byukusenge added 11 points and 15 rebounds for the hosts. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Azomco have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place. GSMRR at the other side dropped to the sixth position with six games lost.
Top scorers:
Azomco: N.Lokuku 18+14reb, A.Umuhamya 15+2reb+1ast, F.Umulisa 10+11reb+3ast, I.Maruwa 9+7reb+2ast, S.Kanyere 6+4reb+5ast, K.Karinganire 4+1reb+3ast
GSMRR: M.Yamfashije 26+8reb+4ast, J.Byukusenge 11+15reb, R.Gikundiro 11+9reb, S.Uwase 5+6reb+1ast, C.Murekatete 5+2reb+7ast, A.Kuradusenge 4+6reb+1ast

EA Univ - The Hoops 38-76

Another interesting game was again a derby between two teams from Kigali: The Hoops (#6) and EA Univ (#7). EA Univ was smashed at home by 38 points 38-76 and even the advantage of their own court did not help. The Hoops held EA Univ to an opponent 23.3 percent shooting from the field compared to 31.5 percent accuracy of the winners. The Hoops forced 32 EA Univ turnovers and outrebounded them 71-35 including a 32-4 advantage in offensive rebounds. The Hoops players were unselfish on offense dishing 29 assists comparing to just 11 passes made by EA Univ's players. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Mali Kadiatou Coulibaly (-1990) had a double-double by scoring 16 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the charge for the winners and DR Congolese forward Feza Ebengo (185-1999, agency: LBM Management) chipped in 10 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists during the contest. Yvonne Muhawenimana (-2006) responded with 11 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and guard Ange Uwiringiyimana scored 4 points and 12 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. The Hoops have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with RP-IPRC Huye. EA Univ lost sixth consecutive game. They dropped to the eighth position with nine games lost.
Top scorers:
The Hoops: K.Coulibaly 16+14reb+5ast, R.Harvey 12+8reb, F.Ebengo 10+9reb+6ast, R.Cyuzuzo 9+11reb+1ast, T.Kwitonda 8+7reb+6ast, V.Mugisha 8+3reb+1ast
EA Univ: Y.Muhawenimana 11+5reb+7ast, D.Izerimana 8+5reb, N.Umuhoza 6+2reb, G.Makenga 5+4reb+4ast, A.Uwiringiyimana 4+12reb, P.Louaka 2+2reb

REG - RP-IPRC Huye 107-51

Rather expected game when 4th ranked RP-IPRC Huye (8-7) was smashed by top-ranked REG (16-0) in Kigali 107-51 on Saturday. REG dominated down low during the game scoring 68 of its points in the paint compared to RP-IPRC Huye's 44. REG forced 54 RP-IPRC Huye turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Paul Akon notched a double-double by scoring 21 points, 16 rebounds, 7 assists and 8 steals to lead the effort and Mali Kadidia Maiga (185-1997) supported her with 12 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Five REG players scored in double figures. REG's coach Esperance Mukaneza felt very confident using 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Even 12 points and 7 rebounds by Liliane Ingabire (170-2008) did not help to save the game for RP-IPRC Huye. The former international Cecile Nzaramba (-1993) added 11 points and 6 rebounds for the guests. REG have an impressive 12-game winning streak. Defending champion maintains first position with 16-0 record. RP-IPRC Huye at the other side keeps the fourth place with seven games lost. They share the position with The Hoops.
Top scorers:
REG: R.Munezero 22+3reb+1ast, P.Akon 21+16reb+7ast, O.Tetero 14+1reb+5ast, G.Byukusenge 13+5reb+2ast, K.Maiga 12+11reb+6ast, R.Micomyiza 11+2ast
RP-IPRC Huye: L.Ingabire 12+7reb+2ast, C.Nzaramba 11+6reb+2ast, A.Tuyishime 8+7reb+3ast, A.Tuyishimire 8+5reb+1ast, E.Uwitonze 6+3reb+1ast, C.Lynn 4+7reb+1ast

Azomco - Gahini 80-61

The game between closely ranked teams ended with eighth ranked Azomco's (7-9) home victory over 9th ranked Gahini (2-11) in Kigali 80-61 on Saturday. Azomco dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Gahini's 30. Azomco forced 21 Gahini turnovers and had a 41-25 advantage in offensive rebounds. Azomco looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. South Sudanese Nivin Lokuku (-2003) notched a double-double by scoring 23 points, 19 rebounds and 4 blocks to lead the effort and Stephanie Kanyere supported her with 10 points, 7 rebounds and 8 assists. Even a double-double of 15 points and 13 rebounds by Aline Uwimana did not help to save the game for Gahini. Jeanine Uwituze added 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Azomco have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to seventh place. Gahini lost eighth consecutive game. They keep the ninth position with 11 games lost.
Top scorers:
Azomco: N.Lokuku 23+19reb+2ast, L.Mutarutwa 13+8reb+1ast, S.Kanyere 10+7reb+8ast, A.Umuhamya 9+2reb+3ast, K.Karinganire 8+1reb, L.Uwimana 5+6reb+1ast
Gahini: J.Uwituze 16+6reb+4ast, A.Uwimana 15+13reb+1ast, J.Uwineza 10+6reb+6ast, S.Umwali 9+10reb+2ast, K.Nyinawabemera 6+1ast, J.Ishimwe 5+4reb+1ast

The Hoops - UR Kigali 123-25

Not a big story in a game when bottom-ranked UR Kigali (0-15) was outscored on the road by sixth ranked The Hoops (8-7) 123-25 on Friday. The Hoops held UR Kigali to an opponent 10.0 percent shooting from the field compared to 48.5 percent accuracy of the winners. The Hoops forced 52 UR Kigali turnovers and outrebounded them 60-39 including a 39-27 advantage in defensive rebounds. The Hoops looked well-organized offensively handing out 41 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by UR Kigali's players. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when The Hoops made 7 blocks. DR Congolese forward Feza Ebengo (185-1999, agency: LBM Management) notched a double-double by scoring 27 points, 15 rebounds, 8 assists and 7 steals to lead the effort and Mali Kadiatou Coulibaly (-1990) supported her with 25 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists and 9 steals. Four The Hoops players scored in double figures. Even 0 points and 11 rebounds by Lucie Ishimwe did not help to save the game for UR Kigali. Manishimwe Izadufasha (-2001) added 2 points and 8 rebounds for the guests. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. The Hoops have a solid four-game winning streak. They moved-up to fourth place, which they share with RP-IPRC Huye. UR Kigali at the other side still closes the standings with 15 games lost.
Top scorers:
The Hoops: F.Ebengo 27+15reb+8ast, K.Coulibaly 25+11reb+5ast, R.Harvey 15+6reb+2ast, V.Mugisha 14+3reb+8ast, V.Tuyisenge 9+1reb+3ast, T.Kwitonda 7+3reb+9ast
UR Kigali: S.Mugabekazi 4, A.Uwera 4+1reb, A.Kaliza 3+1reb, Q.Isano 3+2reb+1ast, C.Uwineza 2+2reb, M.Izadufasha 2+8reb

APR - Kepler 79-73

Another interesting game was again a derby match of two local teams from Kigali: APR (#3) and Kepler (#2). APR (14-2) won against visiting Kepler (13-3) 79-73. It was a key game for the second position in the league. APR forced 22 Kepler turnovers. Mali guard Kamba Diakite (172-1999) notched 37 points (!!!) to lead the effort and international center Assouma Uwizeye (182-1996) supported her with 16 points and 8 rebounds. Even a double-double of 19 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists by guard Josiane Tcheumeleu did not help to save the game for Kepler. Beninese center Veronica Keita (190-2001) added 21 points and 13 rebounds for the guests. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. APR have an impressive nine-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place. Newly promoted Kepler dropped to the third position with three games lost.
Top scorers:
APR: K.Diakite 37+4reb+1ast, C.Umugwaneza 17+7reb, A.Uwizeye 16+8reb+1ast, M.Imanizabayo 4+6reb+6ast, I.Nzisabira 2+1reb+1ast, O.Tumukunde 2+3reb
Kepler: V.Keita 21+13reb+2ast, J.Tcheumeleu 19+8reb+10ast, H.Uwimpuhwe 15+1reb+2ast, N.Akariza 8+13reb+2ast, N.Nsanzabaganwa 6+3reb+3ast, E.Irakoze 4+2reb+1ast