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Bench Ball - Mini-Match

Mini game of bench ball (played in a smaller area than 1 third of the court), with 1 ball in a 3v3. Players score a point for their side every time they hit the opposition's bench. Players must pass the ball around inside their own half in order to create space for the shot at their opponent's bench.

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Dive Shot Technique - Forward

Make a movement forward with your trunk bent forward. 1. Take off with one or two feet. Bend forward with ankle, knee and hip, trunk bent forward, eyes to the goal. 2. After the shot both arms touch the floor because directly after the shot the landing takes place. 3. There must be a fast bending of the arm to cushion the fall, the trunk is brought forward and the head is in the neck. 4. Both legs are bent almost 90 degrees, feet upward. Slide forward on the floor when the chest touches the floor. Head in the neck. 5. Chest, belly and upper leg slide on the floor, while the arms push the body along the floor. 6. The body slides forward, while elbows and wrists are completely bent.

319 diving and shooting

Dive Shot Technique - on the turn

Out of the turning movement you make a movement forward with your trunk bent forward. Diving/ rolling: 1. Take off with one or two feet. Bend forward with ankle, knee and hip, trunk bent forward, eyes to the goal. 2. After the shot both arms touch the floor because directly after the shot the landing takes place. 3. There must be a fast bending of the arm to cushion the fall, the trunk is brought forward and the head is in the neck. 4. Both legs are bent almost 90 degrees, feet upward. Slide forward on the floor when the chest touches the floor. Head in the neck. 5. Chest, belly and upper leg slide on the floor, while the arms push the body along the floor. 6. The body slides forward, while elbows and wrists are completely bent.

319 diving and shooting

Dodgeball

Teams: - Two teams with an equal number of players face off (e.g., 6 vs. 6 or more depending on space). The Objective: - Eliminate all players on the opposing team by hitting them with a ball. - If you hit an opponent and the ball touches them before hitting the ground, they are "out." Gameplay: - Players start behind a line on their respective sides. - Balls are placed in the center at the start of the game (often called a rush). - Players run to grab the balls and begin throwing them at the opposing team. Elimination: - A player is out if: - They are hit by a ball (and the ball doesn't hit the ground first). - Their thrown ball is caught by an opponent (the catcher may also bring a teammate back into the game). - A player is NOT out if the ball hits the ground, wall, or another surface first. Dodge and Catch: - Players dodge the ball to avoid being hit. - Catching the ball eliminates the thrower and may allow a teammate to re-enter the game. Boundaries: - Players must stay within the designated playing area. If they step out, they are considered "out." Winning the Game: - The team that eliminates all players on the opposing side wins the round. - Games can be played in a single-round format or as a best-of series.

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Hitting the benches - Match Play

Divide the pitch into three areas. Both teams play a 3 v 3 inside the middle third of the pitch. The blue team are trying to hit the white team's benches and vice versa. Teams must pass around to get a free chance before trying to score.

114 aiming/throwing

No more than one goal

Two equal numbered teams play against each other with normal rules. The only additional rule is that at no stage may a team be ahead more then 1 goal. So at 1-0 the team who are ahead have to keep possession until the end of the game. Only if the opposition scores may they try to score again. Play this way with 5-10 minute games with regular break.

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Steal the ball

This is a game which requires two teams of 4 (in the diagram two games are being played simultaneously). Two teams of three play inside the area, with one player from each team on the outside. The teams inside should pass around so that everybody inside the area touches the ball at least once. Once everyone on a team has touched the ball they should then try to pass to the player outside the area. If they do this they score 1 point. If they receive the return pass from the player they receive another 1 point.

116 passing/intercepting + finding space and defending

Handball Game - No running wit...

5 vs 5 game (can be played with or without goals).Game 1:Possession keeping game where all passing is with the hands by throwing and catching. Teams score a point for every 10 passes they make without losing the ball.Game 2:Alternatively you can play this game with goals. All passes must be made with the hands (players can't run with the ball in hand) and players can only score with a header.

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Dodgeball handball-games - Han...

Teams: - Two teams with an equal number of players face off (e.g., 6 vs. 6 or more depending on space). <br>The Objective: - Eliminate all players on the opposing team by hitting them with a ball. - If you hit an opponent and the ball touches them before hitting the ground, they are &quot;out.&quot; <br>Gameplay: - Players start behind a line on their respective sides. - Balls are placed in the center at the start of the game (often called a rush). - Players run to grab the balls and begin throwing them at the opposing team. <br>Elimination: - A player is out if: - They are hit by a ball (and the ball doesn't hit the ground first). - Their thrown ball is caught by an opponent (the catcher may also bring a teammate back into the game). - A player is NOT out if the ball hits the ground, wall, or another surface first. <br>Dodge and Catch: - Players dodge the ball to avoid being hit. - Catching the ball eliminates the thrower and may allow a teammate to re-enter the game. <br>Boundaries: - Players must stay within the designated playing area. If they step out, they are considered &quot;out.&quot; <br>Winning the Game: - The team that eliminates all players on the opposing side wins the round. - Games can be played in a single-round format or as a best-of series.

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Moving Goal Game small match p...

Two equal teams play with one ball in half the court. Two players who are on neither team hold an elastic cord (or a spare bib/piece of material) to form a moving goal. These two players must run around the pitch, keeping the goal open (stretched out). The aim of the game for the other players is to score a goal into this moving goal through use of a bounce pass.

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10 Pass Game small match playi...

Blue team tries to pass 10 times without losing or dropping the ball. Defending team try to prevent this and try to intercept and disturb passing. Once the ball drops or is intercepted they can have a try.

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Bounce ball handball-games - H...

Two hoops are attached to the top corners of both goals with ropes. A small mat is placed on the goal line. The playersgroup is divided into two teams. The objective of this game is to throw the ball onto the ground in such a way that it either bounces onto the opponent’s mat or passes through one of the hoops.The teams play according to handball rules.A point is awarded if the ball bounces onto the opponent’s mat.Two points are awarded if the ball bounces through a hoop.No one is allowed to enter the circle around the goal.To make it more challenging:<br>Only bounce passes are allowed when crossing the playing field.At least three players from the team must have touched the ball before a point can be scored.Multiple (different) balls can be used in the game.Variations:<br>Play with one goal. If a team intercepts the ball, they must first pass it over the center line before they are allowed to score.<br><br><br><br>

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King/Queen dodgeball handball-...

Teams and Setup:Two teams are divided across two halves of the playing field.Each team secretly chooses a king or queen without revealing who it is to the other team.Objective:Protect the king/queen on your team.Eliminate the other team by hitting their players with the ball. If the king/queen is hit, the entire team loses the game.Gameplay:A standard game of dodgeball is played.Players can throw the ball to eliminate opponents by hitting them.If a player is hit, they go behind the opposing team's field and become a defender.Defenders are responsible for retrieving the ball and throwing it back to their team.The king/queen must be protected without giving away their identity, so teammates need to play strategically.Defenders' Role:Defenders who are behind the opposing team’s field can try to hit opponents to bring their own eliminated teammates back into the game.If all players are eliminated from one team, the defender steps into play with three lives and tries to hit opponents to allow their team to re-enter

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Spy ball handball-games - Hand...

Setup:Divide the gym into two playing fields.Designate one player to be the spy and send them to the opposing team's field.Provide the spies with vests to distinguish them.<br>Gameplay:On a signal, the spy attempts to intercept passes while the opposing team passes the ball among themselves.If a pass is intercepted by the spy, the passer becomes a spy as well and joins in intercepting the ball.The game continues until one team is fully converted into spies.

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Horse and rider handball-games...

airs are formed, and everyone stands in a circle. One person from each pair gets on all fours (the &quot;horse&quot;), while the other sits on their back (the &quot;rider&quot;). At the signal of the game leader's whistle, the riders jump off their horses and walk a full lap (either left or right) around the circle until they return to their horse. While the rider is walking, the horse stands up and spreads its legs. The rider must then crawl under the horse's legs and quickly blow the whistle or touch a cone that has been placed in the center of the circle before the game starts.Make it harder: Introduce different movements, such as running faster or adding obstacles.Variations:<br>Change the method of movement:<li class=&quot;ql-indent-1&quot;>In a gallop (each step with the same foot forward).<li class=&quot;ql-indent-1&quot;>Sidesteps with the face inward or outward.<li class=&quot;ql-indent-1&quot;>After 3 steps, do a half-turn when doing side-steps.<li class=&quot;ql-indent-1&quot;>As &quot;horses&quot; walk beautifully: raise knees high (knee lifts).<br><br><br><br>

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Tunnel ball handball-games - H...

Everyone stands in a circle, facing inward with their legs spread apart, so that you can touch the feet of the person next to you. Using your fists, you hit the ball further within the circle.Make it harder: If the ball goes through someone's legs, they may only play with one hand for the rest of the game.Space: You can adjust the space by either making it larger or smaller.Add more balls to the game: Introduce multiple balls into the game for added challenge.Variations: Every time the ball goes through your legs, you get a letter from the word &quot;DONKEY&quot;. The first person to spell out the word &quot;DONKEY&quot; is the loser, of course!

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Sit and score handball-games -...

Two teams with a random number of players compete in a limited area. A point is scored when an attacker passes the ball to a seated teammate, who then returns the ball to a free-standing teammate. Afterward, the roles of attackers and defenders are switched.Making it harder:Play continues immediately after a point is scored.A point can be scored if a teammate catches the ball while riding on another player's back.A point can also be scored if a player is standing on a bench positioned at the sides of the field (for safety reasons).

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Task dribbling handball-games ...

All players have a ball and spread out across the hall. The players walk/run around the room while dribbling the ball. After a while, the coach gives a signal, such as turning off the music. Then, the coach calls out a number from 1 to 4, with each number corresponding to a specific task:The players throw the ball against the wall and catch it again.The players circle the ball around their waist.The players throw the ball up, spin 360° around, and catch the ball again.The players dribble the ball alternately with their left and right hands, very low to the ground.The task is completed until the signal sounds again or the music is turned back on.Making it harder:Come up with more difficult tasks.Add more tasks.Instead of numbers, use different symbols or hand signals that players must spot from the coach while dribbling.

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Central Goal Game small match ...

Playing inside half a court with a large mat in the center players try to press the ball onto the mat in order to score a point for their team. After scoring the ball must be played to a player on the opposite team on the side line and then start the attack again ( quick throw off imitation).

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Ball thieves handball-games - ...

In the hall, depending on the number of players, four ball crates or open springboards are placed in a square formation. Each crate contains the same number of balls.At the starting signal, players run to a different crate, grab a ball, and bring it back to their own crate without dribbling. The team with the most balls in their crate when the final signal is given wins.Making it harder:<br>You may block other players' paths.You must dribble the ball back to your own crate.You may steal the ball from a dribbling player in a correct manner.<br>

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Ball War Game 217 shooting/def...

Two teams with an equal amount of balls stand inside their own area. On the coach's call the teams start throwing the balls at the other team (below waist height - players are not trying to hurt one another). When the trainer whistles again the balls are counted. The team that has least balls in their area wins a point.

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Jumpshot aiming game 318 jump ...

Players come from behind the trainer and throw at one of the mats.There are several mats on the floor.<br>Mats furher away are more difficult to hit and get more points when hit.Variations:- trainer calls just befor the players throws a number of the mat they should aim at.- playing in two teams to gather as many point as possible in 3 minutes.

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Bench Ball - Mini-Match 114 ai...

Mini game of bench ball (played in a smaller area than 1 third of the court), with 1 ball in a 3v3. Players score a point for their side every time they hit the opposition's bench. Players must pass the ball around inside their own half in order to create space for the shot at their opponent's bench.

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No more than one goal small ma...

Two equal numbered teams play against each other with normal rules.The only additional rule is that at no stage may a team be ahead more then 1 goal. So at 1-0 the team who are ahead have to keep possession until the end of the game.Only if the opposition scores may they try to score again.Play this way with 5-10 minute games with regular break.

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Passing game 115 ballskill act...

One player stands about 2-3 meters in front of the other players. This player is the feeder for their group and passes to the other players. Once a player has caught the ball from the feeder and passed it back, they run to the back of their own queue.

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Power play - Overload Game sma...

Play a normal full pitch game with the following condition:One attacker on both teams must stay in the offensive half of the pitch at all times.This will result in a one man overload when teams are attacking and will promote fast breaks.

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Drawing in Defenders and Co-Operation in Defence

A fun session to use with your whole team. Work on drawing in defenders while teaching your defence to co-operate with each other!

Throwing Accuracy - Hit the Bullseye!

Teach your players to hit the bullseye every time with this week's accuracy games-based session

Last Line of Defence - Goalkeeper Training

Improve your goalkeeper's shot stopping and reactions with this great session for one of the most important players in your team!

Passing and shooting

Scoring more points than the other team is the end game. Increase your players passing and shooting ability and enhance your team's success!

Defensive Cover and Support

Get your defenders to get their heads up, communicate and make the right decisions!

Pre-Season Conditioning 2: Endurance and Shooting

Be the fittest team on the courts when the season comes around. This comprehensive session covers all aspects of fitness for handball in a professional way.

Feinting : Drills for every Age Group

Get your players dictating to their defenders who is in charge! Develop clever faints into their to sell them one way before going another to set up an attack or to have a go at goal themselves!

Mini-Matches - Fun Games Session!

Make training a bit more competitive. Put your players up against each other in this fun mini-matches session and see just how much they get out of it with some fun, fierce competition!

Ball Control Skills and Mini-Games Session

Develop the ultimate player and develop a bit of flair into their game with this skill-packed session!

Prevent Injuries - Teach Junior Players to Fall Safely

Stop needless injuries and take the fear out of falling by teaching your junior players' how to fall and land safely after playing a jump shot!

Fast Throw-off After Conceding a Goal

Catch your opponents out, make the most of your throw-offs, and quickly get back into the game after conceding!

Bench Ball Matches - Improving team play in restricted areas

un games session for players young and old designed to improve play in tight areas - working on speedy decisions and shooting into the bottom corners!

Screening and Blocking Defenders - Advanced Attacking

Are your players screen setting superstars? If not, why not? Use this session to introduce your players to this advanced attacking technique!

Fast Play: Passing at Game Spe...

Can your players pass and receive at match speed? Find out in this week's conditioned games session, designed for players young and old!

Tactical Awareness | Handball ...

Sometimes individual ability isn't enough! Work on improving your side's tactical awareness to grind out those victories!

Prepare for matches: passing a...

Prepare your side for matches with training in game situations, working on their passing and shooting.
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hi people, i would like to know if there's any specific exercise to training a handball pivot to received ball under pression of defenders! Thanks P.S. I talk about a under 16 pivot

Fernando Borges Coach, Portugal

I am looking to introduce handball into the KS4 curriculum,?

I am looking to introduce handball into the KS4 curriculum, has anyone got any advice as to where to start?

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what size balls I should buy for kids?

Hi, I am only just starting off and teaching myself so I can teach our children at our school. Can you tell me what size balls I should buy for kids of the age 10 – 12 years old? submitted by email

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please need to imrove my flexibility skills?

hi I`m A handball player and need to know how to imrove my flexibily please I Need some Flexibility exercises ..?

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What are the costs and benefits that come with a full subscription?

How much is full subscription and what will I get for my money?

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What drills are suitable for beginers

I recently started a handball club in the school I'm teaching in and I was wondering if you could suggest any team drills for beginners?

Pocholo Mari M Gutierrez Coach, Philippines

Best drills for 7 year olds

I want to introduce my class of 7 year olds to handball what are the best drills and ball skills to start with?

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what is the best warm up session for 8 years boys?

first session for 8 years boys and I wonder what is the best warm up and stability session for them

Sameh Ali Coach, United Arab Emirates

teaching of jump shot in a game handball, the lesson plan

the lesson plan of jump shot in handball game

KUMI-ROCKSON ERIC Coach, Ghana

teaching progressive dive shot in handball to college students

describe how i will progressively teach my students in dive shot under handball teaching

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support with veo

hi, we use Veo and want to use the tools you have to analyse games. is that something you support?

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Preparing for a tournament

Hello coaches, I need to know what kind of exercises to focus on in my plan with a team that has a week long tournament coming up in two weeks.thank you

Ndahura Aaron Coach, Uganda

Piston

when is the piston best played?

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low dribble

coaching plan for low dribble

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What warming-up games are the best for seniors?- submitted via email

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teaching of jump shot in a gam...

the lesson plan of jump shot in handball game

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red card in handball last for ...

red card in handball last for how long

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I am looking to introduce hand...

I am looking to introduce handball into the KS4 curriculum, has anyone got any advice as to where to start?

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