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Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Rwandan left attacker Merci Gisubizo has revealed that his decision to leave APR VC for Rwanda Energy Group (REG) VC was motivated by his desire to seek a fresh experience in his volleyball career.<\/p>\n

The 22-year-old joined REG VC on a two-year deal running until 2028 and is gradually settling into life at his new club.<\/p>\n

His time at APR was overshadowed by controversy. In November 2023, during the CAVB Zone V Championship, Gisubizo head-butted then-coach Matthew Rwanyonga\u2014an incident that earned him a one-year suspension from all volleyball activities by the national governing body (FRVB).<\/p>\n

The attacker admits that his behavior in the recent years is haunting him and it made it difficult for him to return to the top of his game.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was young at the time, and of course I had to face the consequences,\u201d Gisubizo told Times Sport. \u201cI\u2019m recovering from that period now. My focus is to help my team qualify for the playoffs and move forward.\u201d<\/p>\n

Determined to move beyond the setback, Gisubizo says he is concentrating on contributing positively at REG and rebuilding his reputation.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, it\u2019s about learning from my mistakes and continuing to grow,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He played a key role in REG\u2019s dramatic five-set victory over Gisagara VC on Friday at Petit Stade Gymnasium\u2014a result that kept their playoff hopes alive.<\/p>\n

After 13 rounds, REG sit fifth on 25 points, just one behind fourth-placed Police VC. With two matches remaining in the regular season, REG are firmly in contention for a top-four finish.<\/p>\n

They will next face Kigali Volleyball Club (KVC) before concluding their campaign against Gisubizo\u2019s former side, APR VC, on Friday, February 28.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are preparing for every game with the same determination,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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