Ardova Handball Premier League: Defenders Babes steal show, seal impressive victory on matchday 8

The Defenders were the dominant winners on day 8 of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2023.

Defenders Babes leapfrogged Seasider Babes of Lagos after an entertaining clash. 

With backing from Nigeria Civil Defense, the Babes sealed a convincing 36-21 win against the Seasiders. 

That win saw them extend their lead at the top of the table by five points, having amassed a total 47 points. 

Defending champions, Safety Babes, maintained their form following an impressive victory over Bayelsa Queens.

Safety Babes thrashed the Queens 26-18 to clinch a big win in the Women’s category.

Elsewhere, Benue Queens defeated Bendel Dynamos 23-19, also in the women’s category.

Seasider Boys came out victors after a 31-22 win against Police Machine in a feisty clash. 

Another enthralling encounter saw Benue BUffaloes humble De Defenders 32-28 while Niger United battled a stubborn Safety Shooters but overcome 26-23 to retain their place at the top of the standings. 

FEMALE

1) Bayelsa Queens--Safety Babes 18--26.

2) Seasider Babes--Defender Babes 21---36.

3) Benue Queens--Bendel Dynamos 23--19.

MALE

1) Police Machine--Lagos Seasiders 22--31.

2) Benue Buffaloes--D:Defenders 32--28.

3) Niger United--Safety Shooters 26--23