Defender Babes of Abuja were the star team yesterday as they mauled Benue Queens 40-19 to better their standing on the log at the on-going Prudent Energy Handball Premier League at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja.
Defender Babes were dominant throughout the game and took most of the chances that came their way to record the win. The Queens tried hard to get into the game but were unable to stop Defenders from scoring from numerous fast breaks.
Meanwhile, Seasiders Babes of Lagos beat Adorable Angels 37-34 as the Ilorin girls recorded their sixth defeat in the series.
Table toppers, Safety Babes remain unbeaten as they defeated Bendel Dynamos 32-22 to recorded their seventh consecutive win and amassing 21 points in the process. Imo Grasshoppers of Owerri defeated Plateau Peacocks 23-17, while Rima Queens walk over Kada Queens in the other games played in the female category.
In the women’s category, reigning champions, Kano Pillars’ defeated Tojemarine Academy 29-25 as Pillars’ maintained their unbeaten run and top place in the championship.
Benue Buffaloes were unlucky against D:Defenders as they lost 26-24 in a closely fought encounter. The Defenders had to rely on experience to edge out the Benue team.