By Victoria Godfrey
High Voltage and JKT are lighting up the Dar es Salaam Regional Volleyball League (DAREVA), standing out as the top teams in the fifth round of matches held at the KIUT courts.
In the men’s category, High Voltage leads with 19 points from seven matches, closely followed by Jeshi Stars, who have secured 18 points in six games.
Nyika occupies third place with 14 points from seven matches, reflecting a highly competitive race at the top.
The women’s league is equally intense, with JKT topping the table with 14 points from seven games. KIUT trails by a single point, earning 13 points from five matches, while Chui sits in third with 12 points from five games.
Speaking to The Respondent Online, Nassoro Sharif, Coordinator of the DAREVA Volleyball League Board, praised the league’s progress.
“The competition has been exciting and well-contested. Coaches are using innovative tactics each match, which keeps the level of play high and unpredictable,” he said.
Sharif added that the league standings remain fluid. “Positions can change quickly, and every team is aiming for the top. This constant fight for higher placement makes the matches thrilling for players and fans alike.”
To keep players and coaches motivated, the board has continued offering awards for outstanding performance, a strategy that has further energized the competition.
Bandari captain Jackson Jackson shared his team’s ambitions. “Our goal is to make the playoffs. We still have three matches ahead, and we are confident of achieving positive results. Our defense has been strong, and I believe our coach’s strategies in today’s training will prepare us well for the next games,” he said.
The DAREVA League continues to showcase the growing talent in Dar es Salaam volleyball, with thrilling matches and tight standings keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
