In the 2023 Ardova Handball Premier League, Rima Queens showcased their dominance by defeating Benue Queens with a remarkable score of 43-22 at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, Edo State.
Meanwhile, Bayelsa Queens’ search for their first victory remains unfulfilled as they suffered their third consecutive defeat against Bendel Dynamos. Imo Grasshoppers managed to secure a narrow victory of 22-21 over Seasider Babes, while Plateau Peacocks emerged triumphant over Delta Queens with a score of 28-17.
At the top of the standings, Safety Babes continued their winning streak by defeating rivals Defender Babes with a score of 29-26.
In the men’s matches, Kano Pillars and Niger United played an intense 25-25 draw. Confluence Stars outperformed Bendel Dynamos with a score of 22-15, and Police Machine claimed their second victory of the campaign by defeating Lagos Seasiders with a close score of 23-22.
Tojemarine Academy maintained their unbeaten record by defeating Correctional Boys with a score of 28-23, while Safety Shooters secured a narrow victory of 30-29 against De Defenders.
In a surprising turn of events, Benue Buffaloes achieved a remarkable 30-26 victory over Rima Strikers.
Simon Agada from Benue Buffaloes and Diana Saloo from Safety Babes were recognized as the Most Valuable Players of the day.
Here are the results of Day Three in the Ardova Handball Premier League:
Women’s Matches:
- Benue Queens 22-43 Rima Queens
- Plateau Peacocks 28-17 Delta Queens
- Bayelsa Queens 25-29 Bendel Dynamos
- Imo Grasshoppers 22-21 Seasider Babes.
- Safety Babes 29-26 Defender Babes
Men’s Matches:
- Confluence Stars 22-15 Bendel Dynamos
- Police Machine 23-22 Lagos Seasiders
- Niger United 25-25 Kano Pillars
- Correctional Boys 23-28 Tojemarine Academy
- De Defenders 19-30 Safety Shooters.
- Rima Strikers 26-30 Benue Buffaloes
