The Rwanda National Volleyball League delivered its final verdict this weekend as the last round of the regular season was played at Petit Stade from Friday to Saturday. Four teams have secured their places in the playoffs: Gisagara VC, Kepler VC, Police VC, and REG VC, who clinched the final spot after staging a comeback to defeat APR VC 3–1 (19–25, 25–18, 25–23, 25–20) on Saturday. ALSO READ: Volleyball: Playoffs slots at stake as Kepler faces Police, APR clash with REG The result means the military side will not defend the title they won last season, missing the playoffs for the first time in the club’s history. APR began the decisive encounter confidently, taking early control and claiming the opening set 25–19. The military side looked composed and in command. However, the momentum shifted on fine margins, as a series of direct errors and lapses in concentration allowed REG to turn the tide, with left attacker Merci Gisubizo proving instrumental. APR will particularly regret the third set (23–25), which they narrowly lost after a tightly contested battle throughout. Matches of such intensity are often decided by small but crucial moments. While REG maintained focus and composure, APR struggled to sustain consistency when it mattered most. Earlier in the week, Kepler VC had already booked their playoff ticket following a thrilling five-set showdown. Meanwhile, table-toppers Gisagara VC wrapped up the second phase in dominant fashion with a straight-sets victory over Kigali Volleyball Club (KVC). Police VC also confirmed their qualification with a commanding 3–0 win over KVC on Saturday, completing the playoff lineup. Standings Men’s regular season 1- Gisagara VC 37 points 2nd- Kepler VC – 35 points 3rd- REG VC – 33 points 4th- Police VC – 32 points Women’s regular season 1- APR Women VC 33 points 2- Kepler VC 29 points 3- Police VC 26 points 4- RRA VC 17 points
