D1 Round 6 of Finals. REG force decider versus Kepler

- September 1, 2025
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Kadidia Maiga
Kadidia Maiga

Kepler - REG 53-62

REG looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when REG made 9 blocks. The best player for the winners was Paul Akon who had a double-double by scoring 17 points and 10 rebounds. Mali Kadidia Maiga (185-1997) chipped in 21 points, 5 rebounds and 6 blocks. At the other side the best for losing team was American center Desi-Rae Young (185-2002, college: UNLV) who recorded 13 points and 7 rebounds and DR Congolese center Aichata Traore (185-2005) added 6 points and 12 rebounds respectively. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games.
Top scorers:
Kepler: H.Uwimpuhwe 15+5reb, D.Young 13+7reb+2ast, N.Nsanzabaganwa 11+2reb+8ast, A.Traore 6+12reb+3ast, N.Akariza 4+6reb+1ast, D.Ntawutarama 4+5reb
REG: K.Maiga 21+5reb+1ast, P.Akon 17+10reb+2ast, K.King 8+16reb+2ast, O.Tetero 7+2reb+7ast, G.Byukusenge 6+4reb+2ast, F.Mwizerwa 3+2reb+3ast
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Kepler
(185-C-2005)
Avg: 16.9

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D1 Player of the Week: Round 14(RS)
Kadiatou Coulibaly

Kepler
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