SET-UP:
Mark a line on the landing area using string, tees, markers, cones, etc. Mark out a hitting area
Mark out a safe area for non-hitters.
ACTIVITY:
In turn players attempt to pitch the ball so that it stops as close to the line as possible. Award 5,3,1 points for the best 3 shots.
CHANGES
Easier: Get children to throw the ball first and then progress onto short shots. Decrease the distance to the target .
Harder: Increase the distance to the target.
Handball demands explosive power, repeated sprint ability, and the strength to compete physically for 60 minutes. Sport-specific conditioning develops the athletic qualities that underpin elite performance.
Handball matches are won and lost in critical moments. Mental toughness determines who executes under pressure, who recovers from setbacks, and who maintains concentration throughout 60 intense minutes.
Deception is the great equaliser in handball. Smaller, less powerful players can beat defenders through feints and misdirection. Mastering these skills creates breakthrough opportunities against even the most organised defences.