Topic 5: Handball characteristics Flashcards
What is handball?
A team sport played indoors where players control the ball with their hands to score goals.
What are the main roles in handball?
Attack and Defense.
What are the** structural components** of handball?
- Balll**
- Goal
- Playing field
- Teammates
- Opponents
- Regulations**
What are the general principles of common action in handball?
- Reduce errors
- Avoid** uncertainty** among teammates
- Create uncertainty for the opponent
What are the 3 principles of attack?
1️⃣ Ball conservation
2️⃣ Progressing towards the goal
3️⃣ Scoring a goal
What are the 3 principles of defense?
1️⃣ Recover the ball
2️⃣ Prevent opponent’s progress
3️⃣ Block goal attempts
What happens when the opponent gains possession of the ball?
The team must defend and transition to defensive withdrawal.
What are the key phases of defense?
* Defensive withdrawal**
* Defensive timing
* Development of the defensive system**
What are the key phases of attack?
- **Organization & development of offense
- Counterattack (first wave or extended counterattack)**
What are the** 3 main objectives** in handball offense?
1️⃣ Build offensive actions
2️⃣ Create finishing situations close to the goal
3️⃣ Successful finishing
What are the 3 main objectives in handball defense?
1️⃣ Prevent offensive actions from forming
2️⃣ Nullify or block completion actions
3️⃣ Prevent successful completion
What is the key objective in counter-attack situations?
Prevent the opposing team from scoring by recovering the defensive situation quickly.
What is a counter-attack withdrawal?
Preventing the opposing team from scoring a goal after a counter-attack by swiftly recovering the defensive setup.
What is the role of the Goalkeeper in handball?
They are typically tall and agile, especially with their legs, and are key in defending the goal
What is the** role of the Center back-court** in handball?
- Similar to a point guard in basketball, they are the game creator, directing and conducting the attack, usually with great technical skills and vision.
What is the role of the Left and Right Wings in handball?
The smallest players, known for their speed, agility, and technical ability to throw without angles.
What is the** role of the Left or Right back-court players** in handball?
Known for their strength, they tend to take powerful throws from long distances.
What is the role of the Pivot in handball?
They play with their** backs to the goal, helping to create space in the defense, **often using blocks to open opportunities for teammates
What does the **symbology of “Defender” **represent?
A player focusing on preventing the opposing team from scoring.
What does the symbology of “Attacker” represent?
A player trying to score or advance toward the goal.
What does the “Attacker/Defender” symbology mean?
A player whose role changes depending on the** tactical situation.**
What does the “with the ball” symbol indicate in handball?
A player carrying the ball, either for passing, throwing, or advancing.
What does the **“player displacement” **symbology represent?
- Forward and backward: Moving up or down the court
- Curve trajectory: Curving movements
- Change of direction: Altering course during movement
What does the** “feint”** symbol represent?
A fake move to** deceive the opponent**. Can be used for:
- **Bouncing the ball feint
- Pass feint
- Throw to goal feint**
Design a game situation where a player must advance from their own goal to the opponent’s goal. What should the player do?
1️⃣ Bounce the ball
2️⃣ Make at least 3 passes
3️⃣ Finish the play with a throw to goal
