Imo Grasshoppers Sweep Aside Ekiti Queens on Day 8 of Ardova Handball Premier League
Imo Grasshoppers of Owerri defeated Ekiti Queens 40–21 to record the biggest win in the women’s category on Day 8 of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2025 Phase 2.
The Grasshoppers dominated the game from the start, taking a strong 22–9 lead in the first half and controlling the match until the final whistle.
In other results in the women’s category, Omo Ogiefo Academy defeated Rivers Queens 38–24. Omo Ogiefo started well with a 17–9 halftime lead and kept up the momentum throughout the match.
Rima Queens fought back in their game to beat Plateau Peacocks 27–23. Plateau Peacocks were ahead 16–14 at halftime, but Rima Queens improved in the second half to secure the win.
In another tough contest, Defending Champion and league leaders Safety Babes defeated Defender Babes 32–27. Safety Babes led 15–11 at the break and maintained their advantage to take all the points.
In the men’s category, Niger United edged Correction Boys 28–26 after a 16–12 halftime lead.
Safety Shooters recorded a big win as they overpowered Lagos Seasiders 37–18, going into halftime with a dominant 19–8 advantage while COAS Shooters also had a good outing, beating Osun United 38–29. They led 20–14 at halftime and stayed comfortably in front.
De Defenders were awarded a 10–0 walkover victory after Adamawa Warriors failed to show up.
Benue Buffaloes came from behind to defeat Tojemarine Academy 24–22, overturning an 11–13 halftime deficit.
Ardova Handball Premier League 2025 Phase 2
RESULTS OF DAY 8
FEMALE:
1) Rivers Queens–Omo Ogiefo Academy 24–38 (09–17).
2) Imo Grasshoppers–Ekiti Queens 40–21 (22–09).
3) Plateau Peacocks–Rima Queens 23–27 (16–14).
4) Defender Babes–Safety Babes 27–32 (11–15).
MALE:
1).Niger United–Correction Boys 28–26 (16–12).
2) Safety Shooters–Lagos Seasiders 37–18 (19–08).
3) Osun United–COAS Shooters 29–38 (14–20).
4) Adamawa Warriors–De Defenders 00–10 (W/O).
5) Benue Buffaloes–Tojemarine Academy 24–22 (11–13).
