1000 Hills Rugby Club has officially been crowned champions of the Rwanda National League 15s Men's Championship 2025, ending a 10-year wait for the national title.
On Saturday, 14th February 2025, 1000 Hills Rugby defeated Lions De Fer Rugby Club with a final score of 20-15 in a thrilling and competitive final match.
On Saturday, 14th February 2025, 1000 Hills Rugby defeated Lions De Fer Rugby Club with a final score of 20-15 in a thrilling and competitive final match.
Historic Victory in Rwanda Rugby
The Rwanda National League 15s final brought together two of the strongest rugby teams in Rwanda. Both sides displayed exceptional skill, physical strength, and tactical discipline. However, 1000 Hills Rugby maintained composure under pressure and secured the decisive points needed to win the championship.
This victory marks a historic milestone for 1000 Hills Rugby Club, as it is their first Rwanda National League 15s title in ten years. The achievement highlights the club’s growth, dedication, and commitment to excellence in Rwandan rugby.
This victory marks a historic milestone for 1000 Hills Rugby Club, as it is their first Rwanda National League 15s title in ten years. The achievement highlights the club’s growth, dedication, and commitment to excellence in Rwandan rugby.
A Decade of Determination Pays Off
After years of rebuilding and development, 1000 Hills Rugby has re-established itself as one of the top rugby clubs in Rwanda. The 2025 Rwanda National League title is a result of:
Strong teamwork, Strategic coaching, Player discipline and commitment, Continuous support from fans and management
The 20–15 victory over Lions De Fer Rugby Club demonstrates the club’s resilience and competitive spirit.
Strong teamwork, Strategic coaching, Player discipline and commitment, Continuous support from fans and management
The 20–15 victory over Lions De Fer Rugby Club demonstrates the club’s resilience and competitive spirit.
Season MVP: Jimmy Nestole
As 1000 Hills Rugby celebrated winning the Rwanda National League 15s Men’s Championship 2025, the club also proudly recognized Jimmy Nestole as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the season. Jimmy played a key role throughout the campaign, showing consistency, discipline, and strong leadership on the field. His performances were instrumental in helping 1000 Hills Rugby secure the 20–15 victory in the final and bring the national league title back to the club after ten years.
After receiving the MVP award, Jimmy expressed gratitude to the coaching staff and teammates for their support. He stated that it was a great pleasure to win the award and thanked his coaches for giving him the opportunity to play this season. He emphasized that hard work, respect, and teamwork were the foundation of their success, and he dedicated the achievement to the entire 1000 Hills Rugby family.
After receiving the MVP award, Jimmy expressed gratitude to the coaching staff and teammates for their support. He stated that it was a great pleasure to win the award and thanked his coaches for giving him the opportunity to play this season. He emphasized that hard work, respect, and teamwork were the foundation of their success, and he dedicated the achievement to the entire 1000 Hills Rugby family.
1000 Hills Rugby: Champions of Rwanda 2025
Winning the Rwanda National League 15s Men’s Championship 2025 confirms 1000 Hills Rugby’s return to the top level of Rwanda rugby. The club now looks forward to building on this success and continuing to grow the sport in Rwanda.
This championship is not just a trophy it is a symbol of hard work, unity, and the determination to make history.
This championship is not just a trophy it is a symbol of hard work, unity, and the determination to make history.