When you aspire to play in handball games and contribute to your team, the most certain path is to enhance the “precision” of your basic techniques and the “decision speed” with which you execute them. No matter how great your physical abilities are, if your fundamental passes, shots, and defense aren’t stable, you won’t become a player who can perform effectively in games.
Especially when aiming for a higher level, the ability to play accurately and quickly, even under game pressure, is essential. This article will delve into specific practice methods and key points to focus on to elevate your handball skills to the next level.
Specific Practices to Improve Basic Technical “Precision”
“Precision” means performing a play exactly “where you intend, as you intend.” This can only be cultivated through repetitive practice.
1. Passing Precision: Passes that “Empower” Teammates
Passing is the starting point of offense and the lifeline of a team. Don’t just aim to deliver the ball; strive to make an “empowering pass” that allows your teammate to easily execute their next play (shot, dribble, pass).
- Practice Methods:
- Target Passing: Repeatedly practice sending passes precisely to a wall, a target, or a specific part of a teammate’s body (e.g., chest, dominant arm). Also, improve the precision of “lead passes” to moving teammates, aiming for the space they are running into.
- Pass Strength and Type: Practice varying the strength and type of passes according to the situation, such as strong and fast passes, soft floater passes, or bounce passes. Always be mindful of the “catchable strength” for your teammates.
- Practice with Both Hands: Train to make accurate passes not only with your dominant hand but also with your non-dominant hand. This will significantly expand your range of play options.
2. Shooting Precision: Shots that “Increase” Scoring Rate
Shooting is the highlight of handball and the most crucial skill directly linked to scoring. Not only power, but also the accuracy to “hit the target” and the “versatility” to evade opponent blocks are required.
- Practice Methods:
- Shot Placement: Practice aiming and shooting at different areas of the goal, imagining it divided into 9 sections, or at positions where the goalkeeper cannot reach.
- Stable Shooting Form: Ingrain a stable and accurate shooting form into your body from any stance. Pay attention to balance in the air and stable landing.
- Diverse Shots: Practice using different types of shots depending on the situation, such as jump shots, step shots, side shots, and floater shots. Practicing to watch the goalkeeper’s movements and instantly changing your shot trajectory is also effective.
3. Defensive Precision: Defense that “Stops” Opponent Attacks
Defense is a pivotal skill for a team to maintain its goal. It requires “tenacity” to prevent the opponent from playing freely and “anticipation” to always detect danger.
- Practice Methods:
- 1-on-1 Footwork: Thoroughly practice reacting to the opponent’s movements and maintaining appropriate distance and positioning at all times. Aim for quick and accurate side steps and crossover steps.
- Thorough Shot Blocking: Repeatedly practice moving to the correct position and raising both hands high to block when the opponent shoots. Specifically, pay close attention to the opponent’s arm movements to limit the ball’s trajectory.
- Coordinated Defense: Ensure close communication through verbal cues and eye contact with teammates, and ingrain coordinated defensive movements such as covering and switching.
Honing “Decision Speed” to Support Basic Techniques
No matter how skilled you are, it means nothing if you can’t execute those skills instantly in appropriate situations. “Decision speed” improves through practical experience and conscious training.
1. Always Ask “Why?”
Make it a habit to constantly ask yourself “Why did this play happen?”, “Why did I make that pass?”, or “Why couldn’t I stop that?” during practice and games. This will develop your ability to analyze situations and find the best options.
2. Incorporate Simulation Drills
Include many simulation drills that mimic actual game situations. For example, practicing “3-on-2 fast breaks” or “2-on-1 side attacks” repetitively, where you are forced to make decisions, will enhance your judgment under pressure.
3. Practice Maintaining a Wide Field of Vision
During play, it’s crucial to consistently be aware of the entire court, not just the ball. Instantly grasping the positions of teammates, opponent defenders’ movements, and open spaces will clarify your next play options.
- Practice Methods: Consciously practice taking your eyes off the ball to survey your surroundings. Make it a habit to look up and around before receiving a pass or while dribbling.
Conclusion: Pursuing Precision Breeds Confidence and Opportunity
The “precision” of basic techniques and “decision speed” are the two wheels for growth as a handball player. Approaching each play in daily practice with “purpose” and “awareness” is the only way to improve these.
By ingraining techniques through repetitive practice and honing your judgment by constantly asking “why?”, you will be able to play with confidence in any situation. And that consistent, high-quality play will be the key to earning your coach’s trust and seizing your opportunity to play in games.
Don’t give up; persistently and tenaciously master the fundamentals.
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