Ardova Handball Premier League 2024: Tojemarine Academy Defeats Niger United to Extend Lead
Tojemarine Academy solidified their position at the top of the Men’s category in the Ardova Handball Premier League 2024 with a decisive 31-23 victory over defending champions Niger United on day 7 of phase 1, held in Benin City, Edo State.
Under the strategic guidance of Coach Shittu Adewunmi Agboola, the Lagos-based club showcased superior tactics and teamwork to outplay Niger United, thereby extending their lead in the league standings.
In other matches in the men’s category, Benue Buffaloes narrowly defeated Sunshine Kings 25-22, while Rima Strikers achieved the day’s most impressive win, thrashing Adamawa Warriors 42-21. Safety Shooters returned to form with a 31-28 victory over Correction Boys, and former champions Kano Pillars maintained their resurgence by overcoming De Defenders 27-24.
The women’s category saw defending champions Safety Babes secure a 29-23 win against former champions Plateau Peacocks. Defender Babes dominated the host team Bendel Dynamos with a 39-20 victory. Rima Queens convincingly beat Delta Queens 40-19, and Rivers Queens played out a thrilling 25-25 draw with COAS Babes. Imo Grasshoppers continued their impressive season with a 26-21 win over Seasider Babes.
Match Day 7 Results (May 20, 2024)
Female Category:
1. Rima Queens 40-19 Delta Queens
2. Defender Babes 39-20 Bendel Dynamos
3. Rivers Queens 25-25 COAS Babes
4. Seasider Babes 21-26 Imo Grasshoppers
5. Plateau Peacocks 23-29 Safety Babes
Male Category:
1. Benue Buffaloes 25-22 Sunshine Kings
2. Rima Strikers 42-21 Adamawa Warriors
3. Kano Pillars 27-24 De Defenders
4. Correction Boys 28-31 Safety Shooters
5. Confluence Stars 0-10 Lagos Seasiders (Walkover)
6. Tojemarine Academy 31-23 Niger United
The league continues to showcase high-level handball action, with Tojemarine Academy setting the pace in the men’s category and Safety Babes demonstrating their dominance in the women’s competition. As the first phase progresses, teams are vying for crucial points to secure their positions in the standings.
