Julius Mbaraga
9 June 2008
Kigali — APR lived up to their billing by winning this year's 'tournoi international des disparus' after a straight sets victory (3-0) over Kigali Volleyball Club at Amahoro indoor stadium.
Although it was APR's third consecutive title, it was only Jean-Luc Ndayikengurukiye's first honor as APR coach and a big boast for the former APR and national team captain.
"The boys played outstanding volleyball and deserved to win. I also want to credit KVC for putting up a strong fight.
"And maybe the victory is good consolation for us after losing out in Kenya," the 32-year-old said.
Last week, APR narrowly missed out on the East and Central Volleyball Championships that were held in Kenya after a 1-3 defeat against Kenya's KCB.
Ndayikengurukiye was also excited about the victory and said that he is looking forward to guiding APR to more trophies.
"This is a good start for my coaching career and I hope to achieve more in the future" he said.
Meanwhile, Kenya Commercial Bank made light work of Uganda's KCC 3-0 to remain undisputable in the ladies' category. This year's title was KCB's fourth in a row.
On top of winners' trophies, APR and KCB also walked away with $1000 courtesy of CSR (Caisse Sociale du Rwanda) and FRVB (Rwanda Volleyball Federation).
The two-day event that climaxed on Sunday attracted 21 clubs from Kenya, Uganda and hosts Rwanda.
Men's final
APR 3-0 KVC
Womens' final
KCB 3-0 KCC
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