Charbo Squad clinched the Gabon women’s basketball championship title with a flawless six-win campaign at the Oloumi gymnasium, securing qualification for the 2027 Women’s Basketball League Africa. The team finished the regular season with 12 points after six matches, topping the Elite women’s division standings in the semi-professional national league.
Charbo Squad Claims Women’s Crown
The champion squad dominated the regular season schedule without a single loss. Winning all six of their fixtures, the club outpaced competitors to lock down the national championship for the 2025–2026 season. That undefeated run earns the roster an automatic berth in continental competition, placing the Gabonese club on the path to the Women’s Basketball League Africa in 2027.
Espoir BB Leads Men’s Regular Season Standings
While the women’s bracket concluded its regular matches, the men’s semi-professional championship wrapped up its initial round with Espoir BB de l’Estuaire setting the pace. Espoir BB finished at the summit of the standings after winning all eight of their matches, accumulating 16 points. The club from Les Charbonnages, managed by Michael Ogandaga, established a clear margin over second-place Owendo.
Ogooué-Maritime Hosts Upcoming Men’s Playoffs
The top four men’s teams now advance to the decisive playoff stage, scheduled to run from October 16 to October 18 in the Ogooué-Maritime province. Jean Gabin Nzeng, president of the Ligue nationale de basketball, confirmed the schedule for the elimination phase. “The four first teams will participate in this decisive phase,” Nzeng stated regarding the tournament structure.
Where and When Championship Matches Take Place?
Where were the regular season matches played?
The regular phase of the national championship was held at the Oloumi gymnasium.
Which team won the women’s elite division?
Charbo Squad won the women’s championship after winning six out of six matches to finish with 12 points.
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