RS Joffe 66–57 Louga: Senegal Division 1 Home Side Dominates Second Half

RS Joffe overcame a sluggish start to defeat Louga 66–57 on 16 May 2026 in a Senegal Division 1 clash. The win, played in front of an energetic crowd in Dakar, was built on a stifling full-court press that forced 18 turnovers and allowed Joffe to pull away after halftime.

Match Overview

Louga came out sharp, hitting their first four shots and opening a 22–16 lead after the first quarter. But RS Joffe adjusted defensively in the second, cutting the deficit to just two points at the break (33–31). The third quarter was the difference: Joffe unleashed a 22–10 blitz, turning a tight game into a comfortable cushion. Louga never recovered, as their offence stagnated against Joffe’s aggressive rotations.

Key Moments

• First quarter: Louga’s fast start – 22–16 – came on 58% shooting from the field.
• Second quarter: RS Joffe clamped down, allowing only 11 points and closing to 33–31.
• Third quarter: The home side exploded for 22 points, including a 10–0 run that broke open the game (53–43).
• Fourth quarter: Louga tried to press back but shot just 4-of-14 from the floor in the final period.

Standout Performers

RS Joffe guard Moussa Diop orchestrated the attack with 18 points, 6 assists, and 4 steals. Forward Ibrahim Ndiaye added 12 points and a game-high 12 rebounds. Louga’s Ousmane Fall scored a team-best 15 points, but his teammates combined for only 42 points on 35% shooting.

Table and Season Impact

The win strengthens RS Joffe’s position in the Senegal Division 1 top four, keeping them in contention for a playoff spot. Louga drops to the middle of the table, still within striking distance of the top six but needing to address their road inconsistency.