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Back and Forth 1

Player 1 starts this drill from the right wing and passes to player 2. Player 2 then passes to player 3 who passes to player 4. After they've passed the ball player 2 moves forward, in behind the defence to the right wing position and waits to receive the return pass from player 3 (who was passed to by player 4). To finish the move player 2 has a shot on goal. During this passing process the two defenders press out to put pressure on the pass and player 1 runs across the court to set a screen between the defender and the attackers.

536 concept play : going to 2:4

Back and Forth 2

Same as in Back and Forth 1 player 1 starts the drill from the right wing and passes to player 2. Player 2 then passes to player 3 who passes to player 4. After they've passed the ball player 2 moves forward, in behind the defence to the right wing position. To finish the move player 4 passes the ball back to player 3 who then feeds the ball to the white player (pivot player) who then turns and shoots at goal.

536 concept play : going to 2:4

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.

114 aiming/throwing

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 pass to Green

The first player waiting in the line passes to blue one on the side of the court and moves forward to receive the return pass. At this point dependin on where the blue player has received the pass the red defenders should communicate and decide which of them is best placed to come out and defend against the oncoming attacker. The 'spare' defender should position themsleves beside the green player, ready to intercept the pass from the attacking player.

531 cooperation in defence

playing tag : moving sidewards

Tag man tries to tag others.Everybody moves sidewards.

111 running/jumping/moving

Quick Switch - Simple Screen

Three groups of players - a group on each wing and a line of three players a couple of meters behind the free-throw line. The play starts from the right wing with player 1 passing the first of the outfield players (player 2). Player 2 moves forward to meet the pass and then plays the ball to their left for player 3 to meet and then across to player 4. During this passing process player 1 must chase the passes across the court - screening to protect the pass and prevent the imaginary defender from receivnig the ball. When player 4 receives the ball they should shoot on goal. The drill then starts from the other side - going from left to right.

317 jump shot high

running wings 4

Player 1 starts this drill from the right wing and passes to player 2. Player 2 then passes to player 3 who passes to player 4. After they've passed the ball player 2 moves forward, in behind the defense to the right wing position and waits to receive the return pass from player 3 (who was passed to by player 4). To finish the move player 2 has a shot on goal. During this passing process the two defenders press out to put pressure on the pass and player 1 runs across the court to set a screen between the defender and the attackers.

536 concept play : going to 2:4

tag my tail

Players form a long queue.Hands on shoulders or hips.The front player moves to tag the last player of the queue.variation :- change tag man after every successful tag- change after 1 minute- make the queue longer or shorter.

111 running/jumping/moving

Tag the circle man

Four players form a circle, hands tight.A tag man appoints a person he wants to tag. The circle moves in such a way that the person he wants to tag stays out of reach.

111 running/jumping/moving

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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Defensive stance 323 defenders...

As players run forward to defend they should think about their stance and approach: They should take small, fast steps (never jump) to avoid over-committing. Approach diagonally, facing towards the ball, and angling their body to direct their opponent away from the goal area. Keep their arms open, wide and high. Stand on the balls of their feet with knees slightly bent.

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Roll Over 111 running/jumping/...

Players move around the court, when the coach whistles they all run to a mat and make a somersault and afterwards they roll over sidewards twice.

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Decision passing - Defenders m...

Based on the defender's movement player 4 should decide whether to pass to player 6, player 5 or not pass at all and take the shot on themselves. Blue player 1 starts with the ball and moves to make their defender follow them out of position, once they've dragged them outside they pass to player 2 who does the same and then passes to player 3 who passes to player 4. At this stage the game becomes 'live'. Blue 6 is stood between the two defenders and blue 5 is ready to make a run down the outside. Depending on the decisions made by the defence player 4 can pass early to player 6, throw the ball into the path of player 5 or simply go it alone and take the shot on themselves.

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Playing tag 111 running/jumpin...

In this game players run inside the area and attempt to avoid being caught by the taggers. Players are safe from being tagged if they are sitting on the floor, with their feet off the ground. Players are only allowed to stay on the floor for 3 seconds, then they have to get up and run away again. Tag men are not allowed to wait for the player during these 3 seconds.

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547 5:1 defence - Handball Dri...

4 defenders, 6 attackers<BR><BR>variations :<BR>- only pivot B6 may score<BR>- only try to score over the wings<BR>- only try to score from distance<BR>- only try to score by break through moves

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Moving Balloons 117 stability/...

Three player, one balloon.<BR>Taking turns, players have to hit the balloon forward and high.<BR>In this way they try to reach the other side.<BR>Which player will be there first?<BR><BR>Variations:<BR>- Every player has to hit the balloon twice before changing<BR>- Players must hit the balloons with their heads, knees, elbows when moving forward

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Running and Passing 314 center...

Pairs move to and away from each other and move in to each other while passing. They should try to receive passes while moving towards the ball and also while retreating, working on receiving the ball while running in different directions and passing to moving players.

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Pass And Move 1 320 passing va...

Players pass the ball to each other with different passing techniques.<br /><br />A. Standing still<br />B. Moving forward and backward

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Step Forward Defence 323 defen...

Defenders 1 and 2 step forward to two players in the square, turn around quickly and step forward again. 1. Ball movement from left to right.<br />2. Ball moves from right to left.<br />3. Attackers choose their own ball movements.

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Back Court Crossing 527 crossi...

Pass A to incoming C. Pass back to left moving A, who tries to get past D to score a goal OR passes backwards to crossing B, who first moves a bit to the left and then full speed behind A to get the ball and score a goal.

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Down the defensive line 542 at...

Blue 2 takes the throw and passes out to blue 3 and then moves up court to screen white 3. Meanwhile blue 6 and 4 make their move to the right of the court. Blue 3 then quickly passes to blue 6 who then immediately feeds the ball into the path of blue 4. Blue 4 then completes the move by passing to blue 5 down in the bottom corner who has a shot on goal.

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Dribbling & Shooting Reverse T...

Players move along the throw off line when passing. One player moves forward and the other moves backward. When the trainer whistles, the player in possession of the ball dribbles to the goal. The other player becomes the defender and tries to prevent a goalshot.

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Team Blocking With Pivot 328 b...

Pass A to B to C and back to B again. B decides for a shot or a pss to A, who shoots or passes to D who has to shoot. Pivot F may be involved in the situation.Defending players move close to the line and stay tight together and block the shots by the attackers and defend pivot F.

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tag my tail 113 pulling/pushin...

Players form a long queue.<BR>Hands on shoulders or hips.<BR>The front player moves to tag the last player of the queue.<BR><BR>variation :<BR>- change tag man after every successful tag<BR>- change after 1 minute<BR>- make the queue longer or shorter.<BR>

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Feint + pass to pivot 560 comp...

Pass A to space making B.Pass B1 to C - in the meanwhile B1 retreats and comes forward again.Defender 1 comes foward: pass to pivot D when he moves to left or right.<br><br>

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warming-up : moving circles wa...

Run forward and pass to the next player. Move to next position using side steps.<br /><br />variations in passing :<br />- (center shot with pressure into the direction of the goal), threatening to throw at the goal<br />- (center shot with pressure into the direction of the goal), threatening to throw at the pivot<br />- jump shot (3,2,1 step rythym, jump off with 'wrong' foot<br />- push pass<br />- bounce pass<br />- with both hands<br />- roll the ball<br />- use 'wrong' hand

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324 blocking - Handball Drills...

Pass 1-2-1 shot : defender blocks.<BR>Pass 3-4-3 shot : defender blocks.<BR>Attacker 5 tries feint and score

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Free throw variations

Use this session to find fresh ideas for attacking from a free throw! Coach your players new techniques to score from a set play.

Three Power Plays - Make the most of the overload!

Attacking moves to practice with your team to help them make the most of the offensive overload!
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What warming-up games are the best for seniors?

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

Sportplan Team Coach, United Kingdom

What type of training following a handball match?

Hi, my team played a match yesterday. We have a 2 hours handball session tonight and i'm a bit concerned that players are tired and maybe not as enthusiastic to train. What type of training/what could I do with players tonight?? I'm inclined to do light training session but still want it to be effective and enjoyable. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks

Ilona Loewnau Coach, England

Ideas how to improve fake-skills and workouts?

how to improve fakeskills and workouts?

Archived User Coach

components of the plan

I want to know precisely the components of the plan for season

SARI SL-MHAIRAT Coach, Jordan

number of steps and time allowed to hold the ball

how many seconds is a player allowed to hold the ball during a game. how many steps is allowed to be taken when holding the ball.

Archived User Coach

dear sir can you send newly oppence tactics to senior team?

dear sir can you send newly oppence tactics to senior team?

chaminda bandara Coach, Sri Lanka

Fall shot with variation and jump fall shot

Fall shot with variation and jump fall shot course of movement or coaching tips. Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

Anil Kumar Sharma Coach, India

3 steps rule in handball

When an opponent player hold me can I move more than 3 steps without dribbling the ball? Please help me I'm training and this affects my training!! Asked using Sportplan on Mobile

Monix cheater Coach, Kenya

what are piston moves and how can i coach

what are piston moves and how can I coach them

daniel mailu Coach, United Kingdom

teaching of jump shot in a gam...

the lesson plan of jump shot in handball game

KUMI-ROCKSON ERIC Coach, Ghana
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Defence communication exercise

Handball bronze

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Cordination + shoot + moves U10

Goal exercises

Wing return (variation of cross return)

Dribbling & Shooting Reverse Tag

defence 1vs 2

Ball i fart - Drill

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