Kano Pillars, Niger United, D: Defenders and Plateau Peacocks, yesterday, secured victories at the ongoing Season Five Prudent Energy Premier Handball League holding at the Indoor Sports Hall of the University of Lagos, Akoka.

On the league’s second phase match day nine, Kano Pillars beat Owena Kings 30 to 14 to maintain their lead on the men’s table.

In other games, D: Defenders defeated Benue Buffaloes by 28 to 26, while Tojemarine Academy were dismissed 17 to 23 by former champions, Niger United.

In the women class, Plateau Peacocks battered Bendel Dynamos 24 to 12.

Today’s Match Day 10 fixtures will see fans watching exciting encounters between Benue Buffaloes and Owena Kings, while Confluence Stars will square up against Rima Strikers, as Safety Shooters have a duel against Police Machines, Tojemarine Academy versus league leaders, Kano Pillars, and Lagos Seasiders against a high flying Niger United players.

In the female class, Imo Grasshoppers will take on Defenders Babes, while Adorable Angels will clash with Bendel Dynamos, as Kada Queens square up against Seasiders Babes, Benue Queens will test their strength against Safety Babes, and Rima Queens against Plateau Shooters. (The Guardian)