The head coach of COAS Shooters Babes, Emeka Nnamani revealed that his ladies are well prepared to take on any opponent at the forthcoming 1st phase of 2024 Ardova Handball Premier League in Benin City, Edo State.
The 2024 Ardova Handball Premier League is scheduled for 12th to 24th May in Edo State.
Nnamani told www.aclsports.com that returning to the apex league in the country will serve as an opportunity to re-establish his coaching prowess.
He said the women’s team are properly motivated by the Nigerian Army to withstand any opponent in the league.
The IHF C Licensed coach said, “I want to assure you that the players are well motivated by the Nigerian Army authority through the Director Physical Training, Brigadier General Abdulrahman Bello and 90% of what we need to succeed has been provided.
“The players are well prepared, in good shape and will pull up surprises in the first phase of the league; we are going to hit them like Tsunami”.
“Returning back to the Ardova Handball Premier League makes me feel happy and it has produced an opportunity for me to re-show myself again at the apex of handball league Nigeria; though I am coming with the women’s team.
When asked if COAS Shooters Babes can withstand the pressure of the league, Nnamani said, “We’ve conditioned the players to face any team in the league notwithstanding their names or size. The team have secured the services of two experienced players and our focus will be to remain in the league for now”.
Nnamani revealed that the handball league has helped produced players who have played for the country at various International Championships including the age grades (Boys and Girls).
He said, “I am happy with the stability of the handball league in Nigeria. If you look critically, you will discover that we have a pool where we can take players whenever we want to attend International Championships. The league has been able to provide job opportunities for young players who are active; I want to appreciate the leadership of the Federation for the stability.”
