Basketball in Africa

SAVIO lost their first match in the Dar es Salaam Regional Basketball League (RBA) after beating Chui 58-51 at the National Stadium on Friday evening.
It was a seesaw encounter as Savio, who are Ilala champions was a second best side against Chui, who are the Kinondoni runner-up. It was the second victory for Chui, who lost their two opening games.
The victory saw Chui posting two points, while Savio remained with eight points. Savio played four matches in which they won three and lost one while Chui has played three matches so far.
Chui's Fadhili Chuma was nominated man of the match and was awarded 100,000/-. He played a vital role for his team in both assisting and scoring. Chui was defeated by Kinondoni champions Pazi.
In another game, Oilers recorded its first victory after defeating Kurasini heat 78 - 70. It was the fourth match for Oilers, who have lost all their three opening matches. Basketball Dar es Salaam, Vice President, Richard Julies told the 'Sunday News' on Saturday that they are impressed with the level of the performance which all teams have shown in the tournament so far.
"It is a wonderful season and we are impressed with what we have seen so far. It is a wonderful season for RBA.
"Players are ambitious for real, you can see how they have been waiting this league to show their talents, we are witnessing wonderful games," he said.