Equity Hawks eye comeback after tough loss to Rwanda’s REG in WBLA showdown

Equity struggled early, trailing 25-14 in the first quarter and 50-35 by halftime

By Rouline Migoya - Media & Communication Specialist 11 months ago Add a Comment

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REG’s Mercy Wanyama drives past Equity’s Vallary Kemunto in a heated FIBA Women's Basketball League Africa Qualifier in Tanzania. Photo: FERWABA

Kenya’s Women’s Basketball League champions, Equity Hawks, took a hard-fought loss to Rwanda’s REG, 86-73, in a high-stakes Women’s Basketball League Africa (WBLA) clash in Tanzania.

Equity struggled early, trailing 25-14 in the first quarter and 50-35 by halftime. A fierce third-quarter comeback saw them win 22-18, but REG maintained their edge, closing the game at 86-73.

Despite the setback, Equity opened strong in the tournament, defeating Burundi’s Gladiators 73-57 on Sunday. They now look to bounce back in their final group match against Tanzania’s Fox Divas on Tuesday. Meanwhile, REG continues to dominate, having crushed Fox Divas 105-48 in their opener.

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Rouline Migoya is a versatile media professional with a passion for sports, storytelling and community engagement. Holding a BA in Communication from St. Paul's University, she excels as a Social Media Manager at Michezo TV and Video Producer/Editor at Adolph Media Group. Rouline crafts compelling content strategies, creates impactful multimedia narratives, and leverages communication to drive positive social change. She is also a talented Volleyball player.

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