REG

Alias: Rwanda Energy Group
Leagues Played: Rwanda National League 51 Basketball Africa League 12 Basketball Matches 4 Club Friendlies 3
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Rwanda Energy Group BBC, commonly known as REG, is a Rwandan basketball club based in Kigali. It is owned and named after the company Rwanda Energy Group Limited. It plays in the Rwanda Basketball League (RBL), the highest tier of basketball in Rwanda. REG has won the national championship thrice, in 2017, 2021 and 2022.

The club played in the Sahara Conference of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in 2022 and 2023, and was a quarter-finalist in both seasons. REG shares a rivalry with Patriots BBC.

History

Established in 2016, the club won the NBL Rwanda in 2017. Then, REG played in an African competition for the first time when it entered the 2018–19 Africa Basketball League.

On 2 November 2019, Henry Mwinuka signed for two years as the new head coach.

On 30 October 2021, REG won its first Rwandan national championship after defeating arch-rivals Patriots 2–0 in the finals. Olivier Shyaka was named the league's Most Valuable Player after scoring 30 points in Game 1 and 22 points in Game 2. As a result of the championship, REG also qualified for the 2022 season of the Basketball Africa League (BAL). On February 18, 2022, the team signed ex-NBA player and coach Robert Pack as its new head coach.

The team won their third national title after once again defeating Patriots in the finals, 3–2, in the 2022 season. Subsequently, REG represented Rwanda in the BAL for the 2023 season and was once again a quarter-finalist, this time being eliminated by the later to be champions Al Ahly.

REG is a highly competitive basketball team that is known for their exceptional skills and teamwork. They are a group of dedicated athletes who are passionate about the game and strive to achieve excellence in every match they play. The team is composed of talented players who possess a wide range of abilities, including speed, agility, accuracy, and strength. They are well-coached and have a deep understanding of the game, which allows them to execute complex strategies and tactics with ease. REG is a force to be reckoned with on the court, and their opponents know that they are in for a tough challenge whenever they face off against them. With their unwavering determination and commitment to success, REG is a team that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who watches them play.

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