The demise of center blocker Patrick Byiringiro has left Rwanda's volleyball fraternity devastated, with golf equipment, coaches, teammates and sports activities figures paying tribute to the 24-year-old.
Byiringiro died on Wednesday after a battle with abdomen most cancers, his household confirmed. He was the youthful brother of Rwanda Vitality Group (REG) Basketball Membership captain Prince Muhizi.
His premature demise got here simply weeks earlier than he was because of start a brand new chapter with APR VC forward of the 2026/27 season following his switch from Kepler VC.
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Those that knew Byiringiro imagine Rwandan volleyball has misplaced considered one of its brightest younger skills.
Kepler VC president Nathalie Munyampenda was among the many first to specific her grief over the lack of the participant, who was additionally a pupil at Kepler Faculty.
“This younger man, I sincerely imagine, would have turn out to be Rwanda's biggest center blocker,” Munyampenda wrote on her X account.
“I'm deeply heartbroken to see him go away us so younger. He was so variety. My heartfelt condolences to his household.”
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The Rwanda Volleyball Federation (FRVB) additionally issued an announcement extending its condolences to the bereaved household, describing Byiringiro as a gifted athlete whose influence prolonged past the volleyball courtroom.
“Byiringiro was a proficient athlete whose dedication and contribution to volleyball left an enduring influence on his teammates, coaches and the complete volleyball fraternity. His premature passing is a superb loss to the Rwandan volleyball neighborhood.”
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Minister of Sports activities Nelly Mukazayire additionally conveyed her condolences following the participant's passing.
“We prolong our deepest condolences to the household of Byiringiro, Kepler VC and the complete volleyball neighborhood following this painful loss. His contribution to volleyball was outstanding, and his ardour for the game impressed many.
Throughout this troublesome time, our ideas and prayers are along with his household, teammates, associates and everybody affected by this loss. Might his soul relaxation in everlasting peace.”
Gisagara VC additionally joined the volleyball fraternity in mourning Byiringiro.
“With heavy hearts, we prolong our honest condolences to the household of Byiringiro, Kepler VC and the complete volleyball fraternity. Might God grant consolation to all who mourn this nice loss.”
Former teammate Wicklif Dusenge shared a quick however emotional message on his Instagram Story.
“Till we meet once more, my brother.”
REG Basketball Membership level guard Elliott Cole additionally provided his help to teammate Prince Muhizi for the lack of his brother.
“Our condolences to our captain Muhizi and his household.”
Police VC and Gisagara VC additionally joined the remainder of the volleyball fraternity in mourning the promising center blocker.
Byiringiro died by the point he was getting ready a brand new profession chapter at APR VC for which he signed earlier in July.
