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belly hop-scotch

Work in pairs.One is lying on the floor, belly down.Number two is lying next to him in push-up position.Jumps over the other one and land in push-up position.Now number two jumps over number one etc.Most times in a certain time.Who will be at the finish line first ?

112 falling/rolling

Catch the lizards tails

All players get a ribbon which should be put at the backside into everybody's shorts. So everybody is a lizard. All players try to get as many tails as he can in 45 seconds. Lizards who lose their tails can get another one from the trainer.

111 running/jumping/moving

come along, go away

Players make small groups of 3 players.One player is outside the circle and may shout to a certain group : come along or Go away.After doing this the player and the group start running along the complete circle until they come back at their original place.The player who is last has to go outside and challenge another group.variations :starting positions :- sitting on knees- sitting on bottoms- lying on back- lying on tummy

111 running/jumping/moving

playing tag

You cannot be tagged if :- lying on the floor on your back- lying on the floor on your tummy

111 running/jumping/moving

Playing tag

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.

111 running/jumping/moving

The monkey and his coconut

In a circle there is a ball.The trainer appoints a player as the guard of the ball.Other players do not know who this guard is.Another player must try to rob the coconut.The guard (monkey) may only start running when the other player touches the ball.Appoint a new guard every time.Variations :- more balls- more guards- more robbers

111 running/jumping/moving

Two is too many

All players stand in a big circle except for the tagger. The coach appoints one player as the 'chosen one'. The tagger must not listen or look whilst the coach is selecting the chosen player. Once the player has been selected by the coach the tagger starts hunting for the chosen player. When the tagger positions themselves in front of the chosen player the player must run away - around the outside of the circle of players. From this point the tagger has up to 45 seconds to catch the player.

111 running/jumping/moving

watch dog

Somewhere a rope is tied to the wall or something else.The dog should hold this rope and he must 'bite' other players by touching them.The dog should be able to reach all of the field.Make field as large as the dog can reach.Inside the field aere several cones the dog should protect, other players try to rob the cones without being touched. Mind the rope !!Players who have been touched may continue playing.How many players can the dog 'bite' in 45 seconds ?

111 running/jumping/moving

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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Dash, Block and Run 559 endura...

The first player sets off and runs as quickly as possible through the slalom. When they reach the end they must dash across the front of the D to try and block the first red player's shot. After this it's a straight sprint - up to the first cone, down, up and then to the back of the shooting player's line.

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Handball: Center Shot Techniqu...

Left-handers should shoot with their right foot in front, right-handers shoot with their left foot in front As you wind up to shoot get your hand at the same height as your shoulder and then pull the ball backwards. Your forearm should form a 90 degree angle with upper-arm Hip turns backwards together with the hand behind the ball with your fingers slightly spread. The third and final step involves moving forwards with a large and explosive drive - planting the 'weak' foot in the direction of the goal as the hand, arm and hips move forwards in the final movement.

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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 run - Recycle the bal...

Players line up on both sides of the court with one players standing in the middle of the 9 meter line. Players take it in turns to pass to the center player, quickly following their pass before receiving the return ball and immediately playing the pass out wide to the next player in line.

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warming-up : Running with the ...

Players run one after the after moving with ball. As they are running with the ball they should try to stay within one meter of the player in front of them. The coach can dictate what players are doing as they run around the cones.

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Run around Race - Jump Shootin...

On the coach's call an attacker and a defender both set off and run around the cone. The defender is trying to get around the cone quicker than the attacker so that they can get in front of them and hinder their shot (no tackling). Once around the cone the attacker should aim to get a jump shot off on goal. Variations: 3 step rythm (right handers : left,right,left and left handers : right,left,right) 2 step or even in 1 step<br />jumping off : left handers : right foot, right handers : left foot jump off with your 'wrong' foot (1,2,3 steps)

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Handball: warming-up : Give an...

The first player waiting in line passes to the first player on the cone and immediately follows their pass and runs behind that player to receive the return pass. Once they have the ball in hand again they pass the ball to the next player and drive behind them to loop in front of them and receive the ball again. Once the player reaches the end of the course they dribble the ball to the corner and then sprint around the court back to the end of the line with the ball in hand.

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warming-up : Running with the ...

Players all dribble with a ball each around the cones. Players start by running up the edges of the court and then run diagonally from the top cones to the opposite baseline corner. Drill continues in this way.

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relay number run 111 running/j...

Number 1 runs to number 2 and takes his place, number 2 runs to number 3 etc.<BR>The team whose player reaches the other side first are winnars.<BR><BR>change starining positions : lie, squat, sit

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Duel then to Diagonal Run 545 ...

The attacking players take it in turns to forward and take on the defender. They are not trying to score, instead all they are trying to do is get past them through use of change of pace and speed. Players should continue to try and get past the defender for at few seconds - if they are unable to get past they should then run across to the other side of the court before joining the back of the other queue.

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Run around Race - Jump Shootin...

On the coach's call an attacker and a defender both set off and run around the cone. The defender is trying to get around the cone quicker than the attacker so that they can get in front of them and hinder their shot (no tackling). Once around the cone the attacker should aim to get a jump shot off on goal. Variations: 3 step rythm (right handers : left,right,left and left handers : right,left,right) 2 step or even in 1 step<br />jumping off : left handers : right foot, right handers : left foot jump off with your 'wrong' foot (1,2,3 steps)

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Fake run - Receive the pass 21...

Attacker 2 passes inside to player 1 in the middle. They then deliberately run towards the defender on their side of the court. They continue their run and use a fake to wrong-foot the defender, before pushing off their outside foot and driving off in the opposite direction - ready to receive the pass!

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Running and Rolling 112 fallin...

Players run around the half court area. Every mat they come to they should perform a forward roll.

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Zig-Zag run and Shoot! 558 spe...

Coach should shout &quot;Go&quot; every 45 seconds. On the first shout a player from both sides sets off to run up the byline, turn around the cone and run to the cone in the opposite corner. Players must then run up the byline again and around the other cone before finally cutting inside to receive the pass from the feeder in the centre and shoot!

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mat race 112 falling/rolling -...

One player runs to the mat and throws it over to its other side, runs back to his group first rounding the cone, touches the next player who goes and does the same.<BR>Which mat reaches the other side first ?<BR><BR>

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relay race 115 ballskill activ...

Two or more teams.<BR>Who is back first ?<BR><BR>variations :<BR>- running<BR>- dribbling<BR>- running complete team at once<BR>- vary startpositions (sit,lie etc)<BR>

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Hoop circuit 111 running/jumpi...

Kids run AROUND the hoops.<br />- running forward<br />- running backwards<br />- side steps<br />- cross over steps<br />- knees- high<br />- heels to bottom walk<br />- on tip toe

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line race 111 running/jumping/...

All players start at the starting point.<BR>The trainer calls out a number e.g. 2. Players run to line 2 and back.<BR>Player who comes first wins and gets a point.<BR><BR>variations :<BR>- loser gets a letter of the word DONKEY every time he comes last.<BR>Who is the real DONKEY : who gets all the letters first is the real loser/DONKEY<BR>- change ways of moving around : hop,move sidewards<BR>- do it when dribbling

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Handball: Center shot when run...

Simple fast break drill with two lines of players (one on each side) and a feeder/coach standing in the middle. The player at the front of the line passes the ball to the feeder in the middle and then sprints towards the goal. The feeder returns the ball, passing the ball in front of the runner, for them to run onto and shoot with a quick center shot! The attackers should go all the way to the goal line. Low shots are more effective!!

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Run around - 2 vs 1 560 comple...

This starts off as a 1 vs 1 as the attacking players dribble the ball out around the cone and then run towards goal to beat the defender. However, the attacking players are allowed to make use of the spare man to get past the defender or if they feel that the passing option is being blocked they can go it alone.

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feinting run center back 2 560...

Pass A-B.<br>B first makes a feint pass to C.<br>C feints he wants to run to the right.<br>Defender 1 follows C for two steps as if to defend.<br>Then C sharply turns directions and runs in between defenders 1 and 2 and receives the ball from B.<br>B runs in between defenders 2 and 1, where pivot D blocks the way of defender 2 and goes for the break through or passes to A who tries to score a goal.Then the same on the right.

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Run the bases and Shoot 558 sp...

Players line up on both sides of the court in the corner. When the coach says go the first two players (one from each side) sprint around the first cone, then around the second before looping inside to pick up a ball and have a shot on goal.

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Fake run - Receive the pass 11...

Attacker 2 passes inside to player 1 in the middle. They then deliberately run towards the defender on their side of the court. They continue their run and use a fake to wrong-foot the defender, before pushing off their outside foot and driving off in the opposite direction - ready to receive the pass!

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Hoop running 115 ballskill act...

Start the game by blowing your whistle.<br />Players have to run around and visit as many hoops as the can in one minute.<br />Who visited the most hoops

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rats and ravens 111 running/ju...

Two teams, opposite.<BR>One team is called the RAVENS the other the RATS.<BR>When calling out one of the names the trainer gives the signal to run away.<BR>The team which has not been called tries to tag the other.<BR><BR>variations:<BR>- starting positions (sit,lie etc)<BR>- increase.descrease distance<BR>- build in obstacles (cones to jump over, benches etc)

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Fitness - Sprint and Endurance Session

Work them hard with this tough and tiring Speed and Stamina Session - For squads large or small!

Wing to Wing - Switch the Ball and Create Space

Focus the attack, draw the opposition's defence out of position and then quickly switch the ball to the opposite wing to create space!

Fast Breaks Leading with your Goalkeeper

Never underestimate the power of a goalkeeper. Coach fast breaks starting from the back, leading from your goalkeeper.

Speed and Sprint Endurance Session

Can your players perform to high standards once fatigue kicks in Handball specific speed and endurance drills to improve fitness and skill.

Decision Making in Scoring Opportunities!

Are your players making the right decision in scoring opportunities? Sharpen the saw with drills to get your players taking the right shot.

Defensive Cover and Support

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

Improving Dribbling Confidence

Teach your younger players to dribble with confidence and correct technique - Keeping the ball from defenders!

Fast break - Goalkeepers are your deepest attackers

Attack from the back! In this plan we look at how your keeper can start the attacking fast break by playing the early ball!

The Give and Go

Use the Give and Go in handball to create space, get past defenders and give your team the attacking edge!

Running Center Shots - Releasing the quick shot weapon!

Fast paced, give and go, running shot handball session - Get your players to release the quick shot to catch the opposition on the back foot!

Fast Break Series: Counter-attacking after a turnover

Teach your players to look up and pick out the right pass in this fast break handball plan, working on catching, passing and shooting at speed!

Defend your Wings - Teamwork in Defence Session

Don't let your defenders get pulled out of position by the opposition's wing players switching positions - teach your defenders to communicate and work together!

Jump Shooting from Back Court Positions

The jump shot is a great way to finish off attacks and provides the attackers with multiple options for different finishes. Use this session to improve the players basics techniques by focussing on their rhythm and shooting.

Covering Defenders in the 3:2:1 System

Get your back-line moving as a unit and backing one another up when running out to close down the opposition in this cooperative defending session

Draw in Defenders for the Break Through

Get your players breaking quickly, drawing in defenders to create space and more scoring opportunities!

Defending the Pivot

Put pressure on the opposition's pivot player with this interception skills session - teach your defence to run out, cut out the pass and get back in position!
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what type of coaching will be given to u-14?

they both are boys & girls?

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Handball Fitness tests: Illinois or semo agility test?

Would you recommend the illinois or semo agility test for a european handball athlete?

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what the refree take decision?

what Decision will take Refree when the goal scorer run straight through center line when the goal keeper throw ball hit his body and disturbed for center stand player who is ready for continue after goal on his post?

Dinesh Deuja Coach, Nepal

Coach wanted to launch handball as our new sport.

HI,I am looking to employ a handball coach to come into my school in Leicester and run a club which launches handball as a new sport. Any ideas gratefully received,ThanksVicki

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Right handed player on the right wing

Hi I'm 184 cm and I play right wing but I'm right handed. Can you please give some tips how to increase my accuracy on the right wing with my right hand Asked using Sportplan on Mobile

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I need an example for ROP(run on own position)

ROP(run on own position) to train 16years kids team Asked using Sportplan Mobile App

deepak Coach, India

how can my jump at wing get better?

i am right handed but play at left wing how can I get better

pippa Coach, Portugal

Mental stimulation exercises

Please I need help with Mental stimulation exercises for 13-16 years player Asked using Sportplan on Mobile

SARI SL-MHAIRAT Coach, Jordan

Endruance/speed handball goalkeepers

How have you scheduled running specific for goalkeepers?Any ideas welcome.

Sissel Gulaker Coach, Norway

progressive teaching of a dive shot in handball

Describe how you will progressively teach a dive shot in handball

LETICIA BOAKYE Coach, Ghana

defending fast breaks

hi to all, i'm searching for exercises or concepts to defend fast breaks. we have to play against a team which is very strong in running forward with more players receiving a Long pass from the goalkeeper directly.

lutz-steffen Coach, Germany

cancel subscription

Hi, could you please cancel my subscription, the system is not allowing me to. Sam Naayen

Sam Coach, Australia

Restricted access on a premium membership account!

Hi, I have paid for the 3 month premium account which is due to run out in 14th february 2022. But for some reason, I am being met with restrictions on drills and plans when I go to look at them. Can you please help me with this? Thanks!

Alex Mae Chaisty Coach, England

Membership

My membership has run out, please could someone tell me where I can find the different payment options. I can only see the one for a monthly membership at £9.99

Carolyn Heather Coach, England

hai sir how to control my body in faking time?

sir when i run and fake or jumb shot the time how i control my body the leg never how skip

AMBRO MASS Coach, United Kingdom

coaching points of jump shot i...

coaching points of jump shot in handball

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