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Japanese Women’s Handball League Heats Up as Playoffs Loom
Capital — May 18, 2024 — The 29th round of the Japanese Women’s Handball League saw intense action, with teams battling for crucial positions. The Maple Reds Hiroshima and Kagawa Bank GiraSol Kagawa are locked in a tight race. Several key matches, including a draw between league leaders, also took place. For more in-depth updates, read on.
Japanese Women’s Handball League Heats Up as Playoffs Loom
The 29th round of the 2024-25 Japanese Women’s handball League H, held over two days, saw intense competition as teams jostle for playoff positions.
Playoff Race Tightens
While the top teams largely maintained thier positions, the battle for the final playoff spot intensified. The difference between the fifth-ranked Maple Reds Hiroshima and the sixth-ranked Kagawa Bank GiraSol Kagawa has shrunk to a mere two points.
Key Match Results
- Kirasol Kagawa secured a narrow 35-34 victory against the Black Bulls Gifu.
- Blue Sakuya Kagoshima and Aranmare Toyama, the league leaders, played to a 32-32 draw.
- Hokku Honey Bee Ishikawa defeated The Terrace Hotels Latida Ryukyu 32-29.
- Kumamoto Beaustpindys strengthened their hold on fourth place with a 25-21 win over HC Nagoya.
- Violet iris defeated Osaka lovvitz 28-23.
Team-by-Team Breakdown
- Kagawa Bank GiraSol Kagawa: Their recent win keeps their playoff hopes alive after narrowing the gap with the Maple Reds.
- Maple Reds Hiroshima: Remained at 28 points after not playing this round.
- Blue Sakuya Kagoshima & Aranmare Toyama: The draw keeps them at the top of the standings.
- Hokku honey Bee ishikawa: The victory intensifies the fight for second place.
- Kumamoto Beaustpindys: Seemingly secured fourth place.
- HC Nagoya: Their chances of advancing to the playoffs are dwindling after failing to close the gap.
- Violet iris: Increased their lead over Osaka Lovvitz.
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The Stakes
The competition is fierce as teams battle for playoff berths.HC Nagoya’s situation is particularly precarious. Even if HC Nagoya wins all four remaining games, the Maple Reds will be eliminated even if they win just one game.
FAQ
- Who are the top teams in the league?
- Blue Sakuya Kagoshima and Aranmare Toyama are currently leading the league.
- What is the significance of this round?
- This round is crucial as teams vie for playoff positions.
- What was the score of the Kirasol Kagawa vs. Black Bulls Gifu match?
- Kirasol Kagawa won 35-34.
