- AS Cannes, National 1, one of the contenders for promotion to Division 2 next season.
- ASPTT Nice HB, Division 2, 4 promotions in 4 seasons, a strong outsider for accession to the LNH, notably with the presence of two 2003 World Champions, Valérie Nicolas and Nodjialem Myaro.
- Arvor 29 – Pays de Brest HB, LNH, well-established in Division 1, a team aiming for Europe in 3 years.
- Toulon – Saint Cyr Var HB, LNH, the reigning French Champion, the tournament’s favorite, led by French international Siraba Dembélé, 2009 World Vice-Champion.
This event serves as a pre-season preparation for the invited delegations. They will benefit from high-quality structures for physical, technical, tactical work, and recovery.
ASPTT Nice will highlight the welcoming qualities and infrastructure of the Vallée de la Tinée necessary for organizing such sporting events.
It will also be an opportunity to spotlight high-level women’s sports with the presence of Valérie Nicolas, an outstanding figure in women’s handball, within the Nice team.
Finally, this event will launch the 90th sports season of ASPTT Nice omnisports.
Tournament Schedule:
Friday, August 6th
- 5:00 PM ASPTT Nice – Arvor 29
- 7:00 PM Toulon – Cannes
Saturday, August 7th
Official presentation of the tournament teams during the opening ceremony of the Festin de la Tinée.
Sunday, August 8th
- 5:00 PM Cannes – Arvor 29
- 7:00 PM ASPTT Nice – Toulon
Monday, August 9th
- 5:00 PM ASPTT Nice – Cannes
- 7:00 PM Toulon – Arvor 29
Ticketing:
– “Day” Pack (2 matches): €5
– “Nikaïa” Pack (3 days, 6 matches): €12
– Free for children under 10 years (proof required)
Venue:
Jean Franco Sports Complex – Saint Etienne de Tinée
Place Orders:
If you wish to attend the Nikaïa Tournament, you can order your tickets by returning the order form below, accompanied by the check made payable to ASPTT Nice Handball, to:
ASPTT Nice HB,
Maison des Associations,
51 rue Gounod,
06000 Nice
Tickets are to be collected at ASPTT Nice or on-site.
Note: Limited availability
Information and inquiries:
06 89 09 19 69
06 25 03 48 00
Nikaïa Tournament Website: https://www.nikaia.handcom.fr/
