Volleyball
Ugandan coach Benon Mugisha inspires REG Volleyball Club to dramatic league title

Ugandan tactician Benon Mugisha has cemented his status as one of East Africa’s elite volleyball coaches after mastermindng a sensational finals series comeback to guide Rwanda Energy Group (REG) VC to the 2025/26 National Volleyball League championship.
REG VC were crowned champions on Sunday afternoon, May 17, after dismantling rivals Police VC in straight sets, 3-0 (25-22, 25-14, 25-23), in the decisive Game 5 of the playoff finals at a packed Petit Stade.
The title triumph completes an extraordinary weekend turnaround for Coach Mugisha’s side, who were staring at defeat just 24 hours prior.
On Saturday, Police VC were just one set away from clinching the national championship trophy, holding a commanding 2-0 lead in Game 4.
However, Mugisha’s tactical adjustments and the resilience he instilled in his squad sparked a monumental rally.
REG fought back from the brink of elimination to take the next three sets (20-25, 22-25, 25-23, 25-21, 15-7), forcing Sunday’s winner-take-all showdown.
Riding the wave of momentum from Saturday’s heroic escape, Mugisha’s men left nothing to chance in Game 5.
Unlike their slow starts earlier in the series, REG VC executed their game plan flawlessly on Sunday.
While the first set was a tooth-and-nail fight, REG claimed a 25-22 win thanks to sharper blocking and serving, two areas Mugisha had heavily drilled in recent weeks.
Police VC, visibly deflated from letting the title slip through their fingers the previous day, crumbled in the second set as REG dominated 25-14.
Police VC attempted a late surge in the third set, but Mugisha’s side remained composed, shutting down the threats of Police outside hitter Elphas Makuto.
Backed by the stellar play of Nicholas Matui, Madol, and Gisubizo, REG sealed the championship with a 25-23 victory in the final set.
For Mugisha, who returned to REG on a two-year contract after previously winning the 2019/20 title with the club, this championship reinforces his mid-season objective of restoring the energy side to their former glory.
It caps off a highly successful month for the Ugandan coach, who also guided REG to a bronze medal finish at the CAVB Men’s Club Championship in Kigali just weeks ago.
With a domestic league trophy secured in dramatic fashion, Mugisha’s reappointment has emphatically paid dividends, establishing REG VC once again as the kings of Rwandan volleyball.
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Volleyball
Iga Mohamed returns to EAUR from KCCA on one-year deal

Former Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and Uganda national volleyball team opposite hitter Iga Mohamed has officially completed a return to Rwandan top-flight side East African University (EAUR).
Mohamed joins EAUR on a one-year deal that includes an option to extend for another season.
The high-scoring opposite returns to the Rwandan outfit after spending nearly two seasons with KCCA in the National Volleyball League.
During his spell with KCCA, Mohamed proved instrumental in guiding the club to the 2024/25 national championship title.
His return to EAUR provides the Rwandan side with proven attacking power and international experience as they gear up for the upcoming campaign.
He joins the Rwandan side after a great show in the Zone V Championship, where he was named on the dream team as the Best Opposite of the tournament.
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Volleyball
Gideon Angiro mutually parts ways with Rwandan giants Police VC

Ugandan international receiver-attacker Angiro Gideon has officially parted ways with Rwandan volleyball powerhouse Police VC after a single season with the side.
The explosive attacker leaves the 2026 Africa Club Championship silver medalists despite having one year remaining on his contract.
The former UCU Doves player was instrumental in the continental showpiece, thus writing his name in the hearts of the local crowd.
Both the club management and the player reached a mutual agreement to terminate the deal ahead of the upcoming season.
Angiro played a pivotal role during his one-year stint in Kigali, helping Police VC establish themselves as a dominant force on the continent and securing a historic silver medal at the African Club Championships.
Reports suggest the Rwandan club will soon announce Angiro’s amicable departure, along with details of his replacement.
He previously played for the Rwanda Energy Group (REG) Volleyball Club before signing a lucrative deal to join Police VC.
The Ugandan international’s next destination remains unconfirmed, but his stellar performances in Rwanda and on the continental stage are expected to draw swift interest from top clubs across the region.
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Volleyball
Lady Volleyball Cranes sweep Senegal in African Nations Championship opener


Uganda’s Lady Volleyball Cranes launched their 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Championship campaign with a commanding straight-sets victory over Senegal on Tuesday morning, winning 25-21, 25-15 and 25-16 at Kasarani Arena in Nairobi.
The 3-0 Pool B triumph, completed in 72 minutes, earned Uganda the maximum three match points and strengthened their bid to advance from a group that also includes Egypt and Burkina Faso.
The final score suggested a comfortable victory, but Senegal made Uganda work in the opening set. The West Africans moved 19-17 ahead and appeared poised to take control before Uganda produced the match’s decisive response.
The Lady Volleyball Cranes reeled off seven consecutive points to turn the deficit into a 24-19 advantage. Senegal saved two set points, but Uganda eventually completed the turnaround 25-21 after 28 minutes.

With the first set secured, Uganda grew in confidence and took greater control of the net. The sides were level at 1-1 early in the second set, but Uganda established a 16-11 lead before scoring five unanswered points to stretch the margin to 21-11.
Senegal could not recover as Uganda closed out the set 25-15 in 22 minutes to move within one set of victory.
Uganda carried the momentum into the third set, opening a 4-1 lead and remaining in front throughout. Senegal briefly reduced the gap, but the Lady Volleyball Cranes pulled away from 16-10 and completed the sweep 25-16 after another 22-minute set.
Joan Tushemereirwe led Uganda with a match-high 17 points, comprising 14 successful attacks and three blocks. Captain Catherine Ainembabazi contributed eight points, while Jennifer Alungat and Scovia Alungat added six each.

Uganda’s greater efficiency proved decisive. They outscored Senegal 33-25 in attack, registered nine blocks against six and produced five service aces compared with Senegal’s two.
Uganda also collected 28 points from Senegal’s errors while surrendering 19 through their own mistakes.
The result was more emphatic than Uganda’s 3-2 victory over Senegal in a pre-tournament friendly and provides an ideal platform ahead of tougher Pool B assignments.
Uganda return to action against Burkina Faso at Ulinzi Complex on Wednesday at 11:00 am before facing 2023 finalists Egypt at Kasarani Arena on Thursday at 10:00 am.
The overall winners of the championship will qualify directly for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, while the top three teams will secure places at the 2027 FIVB Women’s World Championship.
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