The Benin Handball Federation (Fbhb) concluded the 2026 amateur handball season on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The Aspac HBC teams, both men's and women's, achieved a historic double victory in Cotonou, defeating Espoir de Parakou in the finals. This triumph marks a significant milestone for the club, showcasing their dominance in Benin's handball scene. The championship, which lasted five days, was a testament to the teams' hard work and dedication.
In the women's category, Aspac HBC's team demonstrated remarkable skill and strategy, overcoming Espoir HBC de Parakou with a score of 28-22. The team had a strong start, establishing a nine-goal lead in the first half (15-9). Despite Espoir's efforts to close the gap in the second half, Aspac's defense held firm, securing their victory. This win propels Aspac to the top of the national hierarchy, as the reigning champions, Flowers, were absent from the competition.
The men's team from Aspac HBC also retained their title, defeating Espoir de Parakou with a score of 26-22. The match was closely contested from the start, with Aspac leading by only two goals at halftime (11-9). The second half demanded maximum physical effort from both teams, but Aspac's players showed greater composure in the decisive moments, securing their win.
This double victory validates the work of coach Sidney Agueh and marks a successful organization of the championship by the Benin Handball Federation. The federation's efforts to launch its statutory competitions for the 2026 season have been vindicated by the success of the event. The tournament was held at the Port autonome de Cotonou, which proved to be a suitable venue for the competition.
In the women's category, Djaka HBC d'Abomey-Calavi secured the third place, while in the men's category, Étoile de Parakou claimed the bronze medal after winning the classification match against Kim Omnisports de Porto-Novo with a score of 25-21. These matches demonstrated the competitive spirit of the teams and the overall quality of the championship.
The success of Aspac HBC in the 2026 amateur handball championship is a testament to the team's hard work and dedication. The club's dominance in both men's and women's categories showcases its strength and depth in Benin's handball scene. The Benin Handball Federation's efforts to promote the sport and develop its competitions have been successful, as evident from the high level of competition and organization of the championship.
The 2026 amateur handball championship has concluded on a high note, with Aspac HBC emerging as the champion in both categories. The event has set a positive tone for the rest of the season, and fans can expect more exciting matches in the coming months. The Benin Handball Federation's commitment to promoting handball in the country is evident, and the success of the championship is a significant step towards achieving its goals.
Key points
- Aspac HBC's men's and women's teams win Benin's 2026 amateur handball championship.
- The team defeated Espoir de Parakou in both finals, showcasing their dominance in Benin's handball scene.
- The championship was successfully organized by the Benin Handball Federation, validating its efforts to promote handball in the country.
