Prudent Energy HBL: Plateau Vipers, Safety Babes win

Plateau Vipers of Jos defeated D Defenders of Abuja in one of the exciting games played yesterday at the Prudent Energy Handball League currently going on at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Complex, Yaba.

The Vipers had the better of the early exchanges, but the D Defenders rallied to win the first stanza 14-13. At the resumption of the second stanza, both teams came out strong and thrilled the fans were their sublime skills. However, it was the Vipers who stood strong to win the game.

In other games played, Sokoto Rima defeated Prison K-Boys 23-17, Safety Babes defeated Kada Queens 23-19, while Kada Stars beat Borno Spiders 31-23.

Safety Babes coach, Bala Mohammed said he was happy with the victory. He said he had to rotate his players so that they can all remain fresh and injury free as the he prepare for the crucial stages of the tournament.

“It is true that we lost grip towards the end of the game, but we had to introduce other players so that the establish players can have some rest and be fresh for the later stages of the league. I am sure we have the chance to do better as the league progresses.”