Handball is a fast-paced, high-scoring, physical game. Team USA's mission is to grow this sport in America, and equip athletes at the collegiate with... More
USA Team Handball is always on the lookout for athletes to transition from other sports. Whether or not you have prior handball experience, if you're... More
Description: To see an athlete’s acceleration mechanics up to the 15-20 meter mark and observe the athlete transition into the upright sprinting position.
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Equipment required:
- Wall
- Measurement tool (can be chalk, measuring tape or vertical jump measuring device)
Description: To see an athlete’s vertical... More
Description: To see an athlete’s explosiveness and burst from the stationary position and their stability and coordination while landing.
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USA Handball Activity 6: 30-15 Intermittent Fitness Test
This test replicates the intermittent running performed in the sport of handball. For this test you will complete repeated 30 second bouts of running at... More
Equipment required:
- Three cones or objects at your disposal to mark movements
Description: To see an athlete’s lateral movement in the traditional handball... More
Equipment required:
- Ball (can be a handball, tennis ball, baseball or softball)
Description: To see general athletic ability while throwing a ball.
Procedure:... More
USA Handball Activity 9: Throw a ball as far as possible
Equipment required:
- Ball (can be a handball, tennis ball, baseball or softball)
Description: To see the form, strength, and quality of an athlete’s... More