Resurgent UTB gave a huge test to Rwanda Energy Group (REG) in the men’s final of the 2020 Emmanuel Kayumba Memorial Volleyball Tournament, forcing the game to five sets before the latter won 3-2 to clinch the title at GSO Butare, in Huye District, on Sunday.

REG, the reigning national volleyball league champions, took the opening set 25-20, but Fidele Nyirimana’s men quickly fought back to win the next two 26-24 and 25-13 as they edged closer to retaining the title they won last year.

In the fourth set, which could seal victory for UTB, Benon Mugisha’s REG displayed the best of never-die spirit as they prevailed a thrilling 38-36 battle before easing to 15-8 in the decisive fifth set.

In the meantime, Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) were the winners in women’s category following a four (3-1) set win over UTB in the final.