BC Virunga: preparation for the Basketball Africa League qualifiers is underway
BC Virunga, the emblematic basketball team from the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is currently in full preparation for the first round of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) qualifiers. These qualifiers, which are equivalent to the African Football Champions League, promise to be exciting and BC Virunga intends to do honor to its country.
Under the leadership of coach Kipere Mulolwa and with the support of national technical director Simplice Tshibangu, the team trains vigorously on the Bismack Biyombo indoor court, a symbolic place for basketball fans in Goma. To be up to the task of coming competition, BC Virunga has strengthened itself with the arrival of some new players from Kinshasa, as well as talents discovered during the last Congo Cup.
The first round of the qualifiers will be played in Yaoundé, Cameroon, from October 8 to 12. BC Virunga will be part of the West pool, where they will face the teams of Laman from Chad, FAP from Cameroon, Espoir BBC from Gabon and Bangui SC from the Central African Republic. BC Virunga’s first match will be against Cameroon’s FAP on Monday October 9.
It is important to emphasize that only the first from each group will qualify for the Elite 16, the second round before the final phase. Thus, each match will be crucial for BC Virunga, who will have to give their best to obtain their place among the best.
The competition program promises to be exciting, with intense matches that promise to thrill basketball fans. BC Virunga supporters are already looking forward to seeing their team shine on the pitch and are hoping for a great performance from their players.
In conclusion, BC Virunga is ready to take on the challenge of the Basketball Africa League qualifiers. With intense preparation and the ambition to represent the Democratic Republic of Congo with dignity, the team is determined to give everything to reach the Elite 16 and continue its path towards the final phase. Congolese basketball fans are ready to support and encourage them in this thrilling sporting adventure.