Fast restart:
Pivot sprints to center to do the restart.
Center follows closest behind and gets immediately a short pass in full run.
Backs lag a bit futher behind initially. Accelerate just before the pass to the center and catch up to hit defence at full speed.
Wings lag furthest behind initially, but accelerate to full sprint. Timing run so they can get a pass from the back and go straight past.
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.