The 2024 Ardova Handball Premier League has come to a thrilling conclusion, with Tojemarine Handball Club and Safety Babes emerging as champions in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively.
Tojemarine Handball Club made history by becoming the first team based in the South to win the league in this era (2017 to 2024 era). They finished top of the men’s category league table with 64 points, following their 36-33 victory over second-placed Rima Strikers of Sokoto with 59 points.
In the women’s category, Safety Babes won an unprecedented fourth Ardova Handball Premier League title on the stretch and their overall fifth title. They defeated their Abuja rivals and second-placed Defender Babes 36-32 to finish top of the league with 54 points; nine points above Defender Babes.
The finale was witnessed by the top management of Ardova PLC led by Chairman, Dr. Abdulwasiu Sowami, a representative of the DG of the National Sports Commission, and other top guests.
Tojemarine Handball Club’s victory was a testament to their hard work and dedication throughout the season. They finished with 64 points, ahead of Rima Strikers who finished with 59 points. Niger United, the defending champions, finished third with 58 points, while Safety Shooters finished fourth with 57 points.
In the women’s category, Safety Babes’ victory stretched their winning streak to 53 matches since 2022. They have won 53 out of 55 matches, drawn one, and lost a match which happened to be a dead rubber game against Defender Babes in 2022 when they also won the league.
Defender Babes finished second with 45 points, while Rima Queens finished third with 41 points after defeating Imo Grasshoppers 33-31 in a fierce third-placed battle. Imo Grasshoppers finished fourth with 40 points, but had something to celebrate as their star player Ohakwe Udochukwu was voted as the most valuable player of the Ardova Handball Premier League 2024.
The 2024 Ardova Handball Premier League has been a thrilling competition, with several teams showcasing their skills and determination. The finale was a fitting conclusion to the season, with Tojemarine Handball Club and Safety Babes emerging as deserving champions.
As the season comes to a close, the focus will shift to the next season, where teams will be looking to build on their performances and challenge for the top spots.
Tojemarine Handball Club and Safety Babes will be looking to defend their titles, while other teams will be seeking to dethrone them. The 2025 Ardova Handball Premier League promises to be an exciting one, and fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the new season.
