Kern suffered its first defeat of the second half of the season against Remesha, losing 85-72 during the 14th and 15th days of the national basketball championship. The Amstel Basketball League (ABL) matches took place on the weekend of May 23-24, 2026. The loss marked a significant turn for Kern, as it was the team's first defeat since the start of the second half of the championship. This outcome ended Kern's impressive four-match winning streak, which had established the team as a strong contender in the league. The 85-72 scoreline against Remesha showed the competitive nature of the ABL, particularly as teams vie for key points in the second half of the season.
Weekend's Other ABL Results
Dynamo continues its winning streak and remains at the top of the provisional standings, holding the 1st position. Kern maintains its 3rd position despite the recent loss, indicating its consistent performance throughout the season. Urunani sits firmly in 2nd place, showcasing its strong campaign. The weekend's fixtures, held across Saturday, May 23, 2026, and Sunday, May 24, 2026, delivered several decisive results that impacted the league standings.
Sunday's matches, specifically on May 24, 2026, saw Dynamo defeat New Star 74-61, further solidifying its leading position. Tigers also beat Young Eagles 70-50 on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in a display of their competitive form. Les Hippos secured a full victory against Lion Team with a score of 101-79, demonstrating their offensive capabilities. Urunani, currently in 2nd place, defeated Aigle Noir 108-53, a dominant performance that noted their strength. Gymkhana concluded Sunday's games by beating Muzinga 88-69, adding to the day's action.
Matches on Saturday, May 23, 2026, also contributed to the weekend's outcomes. Young Eagles secured a 76-64 win over Lion Team. Urunani continued its strong run by beating Gymkhana 87-53. Dynamo secured a victory against Les Hippos on Saturday with a score of 92-62, further contributing to its leading position in the provisional standings. These results collectively shaped the current league hierarchy.
Kern's Previous Form
Kern had previously shown strong form, securing a dominant 103-50 victory over Muzinga on Saturday, May 23, 2026. This impressive win was part of a four-match winning streak Kern had achieved before its recent defeat to Remesha. The team's consistent performance had firmly established its position in the league standings, making the loss to Remesha a notable upset. This streak demonstrated Kern's ability to dominate opponents and secure key wins, showing the unexpected nature of their recent defeat. On the same Saturday, New Star recorded a win against Aigle Noir with a final score of 80-75, adding another significant result to the weekend's competition. Kern's previous results indicated a period of strong play before the recent change in its second-half record, noting a shift in momentum for the team.
Remesha's Performance
Remesha experienced a defeat on Saturday, May 23, 2026, losing 74-90 to Tigers, prior to their victory over Kern. This outcome for Remesha occurred during the same weekend it secured a significant victory against Kern, showcasing a mixed bag of results for the team. Despite the loss to Tigers, two of Remesha's players, Paulin Jimbere and Mouandjo, contributed significantly to the team's scoring efforts. Jimbere and Mouandjo collectively scored 35 points in the match against Tigers, showing their individual impact on the team's offense. Their combined performance represented a substantial portion of Remesha's total points in that game, noting their importance to the team's scoring capabilities even in a losing effort. This resilience and individual talent were evident as Remesha went on to defeat Kern the following day.
Women's League Action
In the Women Amstel basketball league (WABL), Messager Ngozi secured a dominant victory over Rumuri with a final score of 118-05, a remarkably high-scoring game. Dynamo also emerged victorious in the WABL, defeating Gladiators 71-32, showcasing their strength in the women's division. These results reflect the ongoing competition within the women's league as teams vie for position and demonstrate their prowess on the court. The wide margins in some of these games highlight the competitive disparities and dominant performances seen in the WABL.
