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  • Execution
    • Players start in the left corner of the field on the baseline.
    First Round
    • Move sideways over the goal area line.
    • Slide from one cone to the next cone towards the centre line.
    • Sprint across the centre line from the right to the left side.
    • Complete the ladder exercise.
    Second Round
    • Move sideways over the goal area line with a step out.
    • Perform short sprints between the cones.
    • Sprint again across the centre line.
    • Complete the ladder exercise.
    drawing Course with side steps and sprints
  • Organisation
    • Form pairs with one ball each.
    • Set up a goal using cones or a goalkeeper.
    Assignment
    • Try to gain possession of the ball and finish with a running or jump shot.
    Rule
    • The pairs stand to the left and right of the trainer.
    • The trainer throws, bounces, or rolls the ball forward.
    • The first person to get the ball becomes the attacker; the other becomes the defender.
  • Setup
    • 1 attacker and 1 defender in a marked area with cones.
    Execution
    • The attacker attempts to pass the defender without the ball.
    • Once the attacker is past the defender, they receive the ball.
    • After receiving the ball, the attacker shoots at the goal.
  • Setup
    • Form four rows with three persons per row.
    • The rows face each other, so two rows look at each other.
    Execution
    • Pass the ball to the person in the opposite row while you keep moving.
    • After passing, join the back of the row.
    • You can also choose to move to the opposite row, the adjacent row, or the diagonally opposite row.
  • Objective

    • Improve the cooperation between the backcourt players and wings, and effectively use switches in a 5 vs 5 setup.

    Execution

    • Start with a 5 vs 5 formation where the circle is set up, beginning at the inside 2 position.
    • The backcourt players must apply pressure and position the wings.
    • Implement switch 1 and ensure pressure from the backcourt players.
    • Have the players make short movements from the centre.
    • Execute switch 5 from the Centre 2 position.

    Defence

    • Ask three defenders to participate: Indy, Fenna, and Jikke.
  • Objective
    • To improve the cooperation between attackers and defenders through a 5 versus 5 formation.
    Execution
    • Begin with the players in a circle formation.
    • Start inside with two backcourt players applying pressure.
    • Execute switch 1 to confuse the defence and create space.
    • Apply pressure from the backcourt players and position the wings well to score.
    • Have the centre back come short to collect the ball and continue the attack.
    • Execute switch 5 from position Centre Back 2 to bring variation into the play.
    • Ask three defenders to perform specific tasks: Indy, Fenna, and Jikke.
  • Execution
    • Form a large circle with all players. There is one ball in play.
    • Designate one player who must sprint around the circle as quickly as possible.
    • The remaining players pass the ball to each other within the circle as quickly as possible.
    • The goal is to see who returns to the starting point first: the sprinting player or the ball.
    drawing Warm-up round in the circle
  • Execution
    • Form pairs and position them opposite each other between a row of cones.
    • The first player moves quickly in a zigzag pattern between the cones.
    • The second player follows the movements of the first player as accurately as possible.
    • After a certain time or a number of repetitions, the players switch roles.
    drawing Shadowing between the cones
  • Execution
    • Start at the initial signal and sprint to the first cone.
    • Turn quickly and sprint back to the starting point.
    • Immediately perform a long sprint to the opposite side of the field.
    drawing Short and long sprint combination
  • Setup
    • 3 defenders: one on the wing, one in the backcourt, and one in the centre.
    • 3 attackers: positioned in the same places as the defenders.
    Execution
    • The attackers attempt to break through the defence using ball circulation and quick passes.
    • The defenders must maintain their positions and collaborate to stop the attackers.
    • After a set period, switch the roles of the players so that everyone experiences both attacking and defending.
    drawing 3 vs 3 game form with focus on positioning
As an enthusiastic coach and passionate handball trainer, you'll find the ultimate resource for training exercises, tactical insights and tools to create effective workouts. Whether you work with youth or adults, beginners or experienced players, Yoursportplanner will provide you with all the information and tools you need to achieve your goals in the sport you love so much. Don't hesitate and proceed quickly to put together your handball workouts and improve the performance of your handball team.

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