Kepler VC secured their place in the national volleyball league playoffs after a 3–2 victory over Police VC on Friday at Petit Stade.

The match, decided in five sets (26-28, 25-21, 25-15, 22-25, 15-13), lived up to expectations as both sides traded blow in a contest defined by resilience, momentum shifts, and strong determination.

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Police VC hit first in a tightly contested opening set. Backed by home support, they edged Kepler 28-26, capitalizing on key moments to take an early lead.

Riding that momentum, Police began the second set with confidence, even building a four-point advantage. However, Kepler responded with composure and intensity.

Led by their captain Ivan Mahoro and Santiago Baptista, Kepler turned the tide, leveling the match with a 25-21 win.

The third set belonged entirely to Kepler. Dominant from the start, they surged to a commanding 16-7 lead before closing it comfortably at 25-15. Their attacking precision and defensive organisation overwhelmed Police during this phase.

But Police VC showed character in the fourth set. Refusing to surrender their playoffs hopes without a fight, they regrouped and forced a decisive tiebreaker after claiming the fourth set 25-22.

With qualification on the line, the final set had the feel of a final. Every point carried weight. The two teams remained neck and neck until the closing moments. In the end, Kepler held their nerve, sealing the set 15-13 and confirming their playoff qualification.

Other results:

Men: Gisagara 3-0 Kirehe, KCV 3-2 RP Ngoma

Women: APR Women 3-0 RRA VC.

Saturday fixtures

Petit Stade

WOMEN

RP Huye VC vs Kepler women VC 12PM

Akagera VC vs Police VC - 2PM

MEN

RP Huye VC vs EAUR 4PM

KVC vs Police VC - 6PM

APR vs REG VC - 8PM