Safety Babes, the reigning champions, lost 24-21 to aspirited Omo Ogiefo Academy side on Friday at the Rowe Park Sports Centre in Yaba, Lagos, to end their title defense on Day 4.
The league giants’ remarkable three-year unbeaten streak is ended by the shock defeat, which is historic.
Safety Babes had already sealed the championship by falling to Defender Babes in a dead-rubber encounter on the final day of the 2022 season.
In a game against Adorable Angels in 2020, they last lost in a competitive league.
The champions were second-best for extended periods of time as they won an unprecedented fifth straight league title. In the final stages of the women’s title race, Omo Ogiefo won a famous victory that transformed the field of women’s racing, winning 12 to 10 at halftime.
Other Women’s Games
Ekiti Queens 34-29
In order to clinch the championship, Rima Queens rallied from a 17-16 halftime deficit to maintain pressure on the teams leaders.
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MEN’S CATEGORY RESULTS
De Defenders 37-30 Lagos Seasiders
De Defenders won the first half 16-15 before falling behind in the second period with a free-scoring performance.
Adamawa Warriors (Walkover) vs. Rima Strikers 10 vs.
Adamawa Warriors omitted to appear, so Rima Strikers were given a walkover.
Benue Buffaloes 37-28 COAS Shooters
COAS Shooters defeated Benue Buffaloes in one of their standout performances of the day. They held on to their title-winning 19–10 halftime lead all the way through.
Osun United 34-23 Niger United
Niger United, the defending champion, held on unwavering integrity as they defeated Osun United, remaining composed despite a 15-to-12 first-half lead.
Tojemarine Academy Safety Shooters 31-22
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