Prudent Energy Handball League: Lagos Seasiders edge Vipers

Lagos Seasiders defeated Plateau Vipers 36-34 in a thrilling encounter at the Prudent Energy Premier Handball League currently taking plaved at the Abuja National Stadium.

The Seasiders lost narrowly to Niger United on Tuesday bounced back will a crucial victory in yesterday’s game against Vipers to make it five win out of six games and remain in contention for the top spot.

It was a game full of drama as both sides fought gallantly but it was the Lagos side that got the famous victory to better its position on the log. Also, Safety Shooters defeated Sokoto Rima 27-14, Kada Stars beat COAS 33-18, while Owena Kings lost 25-31 to Civil Defenders.

The female teams rested yesterday and will be back in action today. Owena Queens will take on Defender Babes, Seasiders Babes will take on Katsina Queens, Kada Queens battle Abia Valiants, Safety Babes lock horns with Plateau Peacocks, while Grasshoppers battle Edo Dynamos.

In the men’s category, Kada Stars will take on Niger United, Kano Pillars vie with Civil Defenders, Sokoto Rima takes on Owena King, Nigeria Prisons tackle Vipers, while Seasiders takes on Safety Shooters.

Meanwhile, Grasshoppers’ coach, Ferdinand Emeana has commended Prudent Energy for sponsoring the league. He stated that the league has been revived at a time the players were yearning for action.

He also commended all the teams taking part in this competition urging them to do their best and support the Handball Federation’s drive to reposition the sport in the country. “The revival of the league is a welcomed development and I must commend Prudent Energy as well as the federation for the great effort.”