APR Women Volleyball Club head coach Justine Kigwaria has played down any pressure ahead of Game 2 of the Rwanda National Volleyball League finals.

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APR face Kepler WVC in the finals. Speaking ahead of Game 2 scheduled for Saturday, April 4 at Petit Stade, Kigwaria insisted his side is not under pressure.

APR registered a comfortable straight-sets victory over Kepler in Game 1.

"We will just play volleyball and enjoy the game. Kepler is up to the task, but for us, it’s about playing good volleyball, staying relaxed, and facing our opponents comfortably,” he said.

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APR appear to have the upper hand in the tie, while Kepler largely rely on standout performer Binta Fatoutamata, who plays as an outside hitter alongside opposite attacker Violet Makuto.

However, Makuto has struggled with consistency, particularly in crucial moments.

APR strengthened their squad significantly this season, with new players, in addition to extending the contract of their star player Benitha Mukandayisenga.

The team signed three Kenyan players: Mercyline Wabwira Nakhamica, Sylvia Asimit Lachilla, and Linar Ogwera Achieng.

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Despite parting ways with former head coach Peter Kamasa, APR have maintained strong form under Kigwaria, who previously coached Kwanthanze Secondary School, one of Kenya’s most successful women’s volleyball teams.

Game 2 Fixtures – Saturday, April 4

Women

Third place: RRA vs Police WVC – 12:30am

Finals: APR WVC vs Kepler WVC – 4:30pm

Men

Third place: Gisagara VC vs Kepler VC – 3pm

Finals: Police VC vs REG – 8pm

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