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Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Playoffs finals, August 20<\/p>\n

Kepler 65-62 REG<\/p>\n

American star Young Desi-Rae Yvonne caught fire as her game high 17 points inspired Kepler to a stunning 65-62 Game 1 win over Rwanda Energy Group (REG) on Wednesday, August 20, to lead the series of the best-of-seven- playoffs finals.<\/p>\n

The match was highly contested due to, among other reasons, the fact that the champions will represent Rwanda in Zone V.<\/p>\n

Kepler star Desi Rae Yvonne makes strong defense as his side beat REG 65-62 in Game of Rwanda women’s basketball league-courtesy<\/p>\n

REG started with a great performance, winning the first quarter 21-17 but Kepler quickly responded, claiming the second quarter 17-12 to go into half-time with a 34-33 lead.<\/p>\n

Returning for the second half, Kepler continued to dominate to claim the third quarter 12-8 but REG bounced back to claim the final quarter 21-19. However, it was not enough to claim the game.<\/p>\n

Desi-Rae Yvonne shined for Kepler, supported by her counterparts Nelly Sandra Nsanzabaganwa and Traore Aichata who netted 16 and 14 points respectively.<\/p>\n

For REG, Akon Rose Paul Macuei dropped 12 points and Maiga Kadidia added 11 points. Game 2 between the two sides will be played on August 22.<\/p>\n

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