In the opening game of Day 1, COAS Shooters earned a stunning 26-26 draw against defending men’s champions Tojemarine Handball Club in the headline match of Day 1. The 2025 Ardova Handball Premier League Phase 2 kicked off spectacularly on Tuesday at the Rowe Park Sports Centre in Yaba, Lagos.
In a tense, end-to-end battle that kept fans on their toes, Tojemarine, the champions of last season, were forced to dig deep against second-placed COAS Shooters in an intense, end-to-end encounter that lived up to expectations.
Safety Shooters, the league’s leaders, won the match 25-15 over Osun United in other men’s matches, continuing their impressive run.
Niger United recovered from a slow start to defeat Lagos Seasiders 28-21 while Rima Strikers defeated Benue Buffaloes 36-16. De Defenders’ 34–27 victory over Correction Boys was another impressive performance.
Safety Babes, the reigning champions in the women’s division, led the way with a dominant 40-27 victory over Rivers Queens to begin their quest for a fifth straight league title.
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In a tense thriller, Imo Grasshoppers defeated Rima Queens 28-27, while Omo Ogiefo Academy won the game’s surprise with a 26-24 victory over Plateau Peacocks. Defender Babes defeated Ekiti Queens 35-26 to win the game.
Ardova Handball Premier League 2025
Results for Day 1 (Men)
Safety Shooters from Osun United 25 to 15
Rima Strikers 16-36 by Benue Buffaloes
Niger United 21-28 Seasiders
De Defenders 34-27 Correction Boys
Tojemarine Shooters 26-26 COAS
Source: Channels TV
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