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2025 Ardova H’Ball Premier League: Safety Shooters Stay on Track for Title After Draw with Rima Strikers

Posted : 05 December 2025

Safety Shooters inched closer to their goal of reclaiming the Ardova Handball Premier League title, settling for a 23–23 draw against Rima Strikers on Day 10 of the 2025 Phase 2 fixtures. The match lived up to expectations, with both sides trading goals in a tense battle that ended 13–13 at halftime.

The point earned keeps Safety Shooters at the top of the standings, maintaining their momentum in the hunt for their first league crown since 2019. Despite failing to secure a win against a resilient Rima side, the FRSC-backed team showed composure in the closing stages to avoid a late upset, leaving their title hopes firmly intact ahead of the final matchday.

Elsewhere in the men’s category, Lagos Seasiders rallied from a 14–13 halftime deficit to edge Osun United 33–31, claiming a vital victory. De Defenders held on for a narrow 27–26 win over Benue Buffaloes, while Correction Boys caused one of the biggest surprises of the day by defeating defending champions Tojemarine Academy 40–35. Adamawa Warriors’ failure to appear handed COAS Shooters a 10–0 walkover victory.

The women’s category delivered its share of drama as Omo Ogiefo Academy overcame an 11–10 halftime deficit to beat Imo Grasshoppers 30–19. Plateau Peacocks dominated the second half to secure a 39–22 win over Ekiti Queens, while Defender Babes held off Rivers Queens 30–28 in a closely contested match.

Day 10 results have set the stage for an electrifying finale on Friday, where champions of the 2025 Ardova Handball Premier League will be crowned. Safety Shooters are poised to lift their first title in six years, while Safety Babes aim for an unprecedented fifth consecutive league triumph.

Full Results:

Women:

  • Imo Grasshoppers 19–30 Omo Ogiefo Academy (11–10)
  • Ekiti Queens 22–39 Plateau Peacocks (10–22)
  • Defender Babes 30–28 Rivers Queens (16–14)

Men:

  • Benue Buffaloes 26–27 De Defenders (10–15)
  • Tojemarine Academy 35–40 Correction Boys (21–23)
  • Adamawa Warriors 0–10 COAS Shooters (W/O)
  • Osun United 31–33 Lagos Seasiders (14–13)
  • Rima Strikers 23–23 Safety Shooters (13–13)

 

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