Burkina Faso: USFA and AS Douanes claim volleyball glory
The 2025 Burkina Faso national volleyball championships concluded with the Union Sportive des Forces Armées (USFA) and AS Douanes claiming the men’s and women’s titles, respectively.
The USFA men’s team secured a hard-fought 3-1 victory (25-21, 25-19, 16-24, 25-16) over a determined AS Poste side in a thrilling final.
After a strong start, USFA weathered a fierce comeback attempt in the third set to clinch the championship in the fourth, leveraging their experience for a decisive win.
In the women’s division, AS Douanes delivered a commanding performance, sweeping AS SONABEL 3-0 in a dominant display that solidified their status as the nation’s premier team.
Federation President Casimir Sawadogo hailed the tournament as a success, highlighting the increased national representation from regions like Ouahigouya and Dédougou.
He praised the high level of competition, stating it positions Burkina Faso to compete with major volleyball nations. The season ends, celebrating two deserving champions and a promising future for the sport.
