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The national basketball team start non-residential training at Amahoro Indoor Stadium today before entering camp for intensive preparations later this month. Sam Ngendahimana.

Basketball teams begin early preps for second round qualifiers

Thursday, August 16, 2018

Rwanda's U18 women's basketball team line-up to sing the national anthem before facing Mozambique last Sunday. Courtesy

FIBA Africa: Rwanda thump Cape Verde to storm quarters in second spot

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Rwandan youths during a training camp with Giants of Africa coaches at Petit-Stade Remera last week. Courtesy.

Giants of Africa inspired our youth – Mugwiza

Monday, August 13, 2018

After Friday's 46-37 victory over Egypt, Rwanda will be back in action Sunday when they face the hosts at Pavilhao Maxaquene Stadium at 6pm. Courtesy

Murekatete stars as Rwanda stun Egypt in African Champs opener

Saturday, August 11, 2018

Patriots players joined by club officials and supports celebrate after beating rivals Rwanda Energy Group (REG) to retain the playoffs title at Amahoro Indoor Stadium on Friday night. Emmanuel Kwizera.

Basketball: Patriots players hailed after playoffs triumph

Saturday, August 11, 2018

The national U18 team listen to instructions from head coach Charles Mushumba before starting a light training session at Pavilhao Maxaquene Stadium in Maputo yesterday. Courtesy

Basketball: Rwanda U18 Girls face Egypt in African Champs opener

Friday, August 10, 2018

Patriots shooting guard Lionnel Hakizimana attempts a three-pointer during Game 1 of their playoffs finals against REG at Petit - Stade Remera last month. File photo.

Patriots, the rise of a team that’s conquered the hearts of many

Friday, August 10, 2018

Head coach Charles Mushumba gives instructions to his players during a time-out in a past league match. The ladies are making their debut appearance in African Championships Courtesy.

Basketball: U18 Girls Team in Maputo for African champs

Wednesday, August 08, 2018

Patriots head coach Henry Mwinuke gives instructions to his players during the playoff game against REG last week. Sam Ngendahimana.

B-ball playoffs: Patriots urged to remain focused ahead of must-win Game 5

Monday, August 06, 2018

Forward Steven Havugintwari (with the ball) contributed 10 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists in Patriots 74-71 victory on Friday. REGu2019s Elie Kaje (#13) posted a game high 24 points. Sam Ngendahimana.

Hoops playoffs: Patriots beat REG in Game 4 to level series

Sunday, August 05, 2018

Patriotsu2019 Steven Hagumintwari goes up for a stylish finish against REGu2019s Bienvenue Ngandu during the play off match last week. Sam Ngendahimana.

Hoops playoffs: REG, Patriots square off in Game 3

Thursday, August 02, 2018

Shooting guard Chris Walter Nkurunziza played a pivotal role in REGu2019s 73-65 victory over Patriots in Game 2 at Amahoro Stadium last Friday. Sam Ngendahimana.

“We still have work to do” - REG coach warns players

Tuesday, July 31, 2018

REG forward Elie Kaje attempts a dunk during Game 2 of the playoffs finals against Patriots on Friday. Sam Ngendahimana.

Hoops playoffs: REG beat Patriots in Game 2 to level final series

Saturday, July 28, 2018

REG u2018s Kami Kabange (#20), Walter Chris Nkuruziza (#0) and Olivier Shyaka (#10) in a chat during Game 1 last Friday. Sam Ngendahimana

REG look to bounce back against recharged Patriots

Friday, July 27, 2018

Rwandau2019s Kenneth Gasana (with the ball) and Steven Havugintwari (#4) during a freindly match against Mozambique in June at Amahoro Stadium. Sam Ngendahimana.

FIBA World Cup: Lagos to host Rwanda’s Group F qualifiers

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Point-guard Sedar Sagamba (R) takes instructions from head coach Henry Mwinuke (L) during a time-out of Fridayu2019s 63-58 hard fought win over REG at Amahoro stadium. Courtesy.

Playoffs finals: Sagamba posts 17 points as Patriots beat REG in Game 1

Sunday, July 22, 2018

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FIBA bans 13 players after Philippines Vs Australia basketball brawl

Friday, July 20, 2018

Patriots skipper Aristide Mugabe finishes off a stylish lay-up during a game against REG in the league at Amahoro Stadium (Sam Ngendahimana)

REG upbeat for maiden hoops playoffs title

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Patriots Captain Aristide Mugabe with the ball helped his side to stun IPRC-South-84 69 on Saturday evening at Petit Stade in Remera (Sam Ngendahimana)

Basketball: Patriots, REG set date for playoffs finals

Monday, July 16, 2018

Patriotsu2019 captain Aristide Mugabe (with the ball) seeks to inspire the Kagugu-based side to a second consecutive playoffs title. They take on IPRC- Kigali in Game 1 of the best-of-three semi-finals tonight - starting at 8pm. Sam Ngendahimana.

Play-off Games: Patriots begin title defense against IPRC- Kigali

Thursday, July 12, 2018