What the H*ll is handball and why does it have its own section?

Question

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Answer 1

ITS LIKE RAQUETBALL. U SWAT A BALL BACK AND FORTH AGAINST A WALL ITS QUITE FUN. THERE IS ALSO TEAM HANDBALL WHICH IS ALSO QUITE FUN. U REALLY SHOULD TRY IT. HEY IF CURLING OR ALL HOLIDAYS CAN HAVE A SECTION WHY NOT HANDBALL.

Answer 2

It's a team sport - played indoors on a court a little bigger than basketball, I believe.  It has a goal like a soccer goal (but smaller) and a large "crease" like hockey and lacrosse (only bigger).

It is played alot like water polo - the offense passes the ball around the perimeter looking for an open shot.  The offense can take a running shot - jumping into the crease - but has to shoot before landing.

Players can take two dribbles - and then three steps - but then have to pass or shoot.

It has a large following in Europe - with professional and club team leagues - that is why it has its own section.

It is an Olympic sport.

"Handball" - as it is played in the US (indoor precursor to raquetball with walls and a black or blue ball and a gloved hand) - is not so popular anymore and is really only played by old guys - you can see some at Venice beach - or in the movie "Big" starring Tom Hanks.

Answer 3

well there is 2 types of handball. one u call it team handball with 7 player including a golie, and all, one is like raquetball.

i love team handball..

BEST SPORT EVER

go and have a search from youtube.. the videos are amazing there!!! :)

Answer 4

Truthfully, forms of handball are considered to be the oldest form of sport played with a ball and a wall. There are three different varieties including 1-wall, 3-wall and 4-wall each can be played as singles or doubles. It has the same basic rules as racquetball, however that is because racquetball was derived from handball. For many it is considered to be more challenging than racquetball because to become skilled you are required to use both sides of your body (which is harder than it sounds). In fact you get such a big workout you can expect to burn over 800 calories per hour when playing. This is one of the reasons handball was named the best all-around conditioner by the president's council on physical fitness.

The governing body for the sport is the United States Handball Association, which helps to sanction over 100 tournaments per year and oversees the national tournaments. The Handball Hall of Fame is located in Tucson, Arizona and it serves as the HQ for the USHA. More information on handball can be found at www.ushandball.org.

Also most likely the reason you have not heard of handball is because it doesn't usually recieve the same press as other mainstream sports in the media so I urge anyone interested in seeing more handball on TV to write to the major sports stations and ask for it to be shown (really ESPN and FOX poker is not a sport!!!). Also if a local fitness club has handball near you stop by and ask if anyone will teach you how to play, many handballers can be very friendly and are always ready to welcome a new player.

Answer 5

Dunno bout section but handball is

Number of Players

Teams shall consist of five (5) players. At least three (3) players must be on the court at all times. Game time is forfeit time.

Equipment

The intramural supervisor will provide the game ball. An official team handball weighs 15-17 ounces, and is 23-24 inches in circumference.

Game Time

The game shall consist of two twenty-minute halves, running time. If a tie game, penalty throws will be taken to decide the outcome of the game. Each team selects three players to attempt the penalty throws that will be taken alternately by the teams. The team with the most goals after the shoot-out will be declared the winner. All rules of penalty throws apply. If still tied, a sudden death shoot-out will determine the winner.

Scoring

All goals will count one point. A goal is scored when the entire ball has passed over the goal line, between the goal posts and under the crossbar, provided it has been thrown, carried or propelled by hand or arms of a member on the attacking team.

There will be a 30 second shot clock.

Substitution

Only the team that possesses the ball may call for substitution. However, should the offensive team elect to substitute; the defense will also be entitled to substitute. Following the above guidelines, substitutions will only be allowed:

1. On a penalty throw

2. On a corner throw

3. On a throw-in

4. After a goal (both teams)

5. If a play is stopped due to injury (both teams)

Court

All court lines are referred to by their measurement in meters. The most significant line on the court is the six-meter line, or the goal area, or the circle. Only the goalie is allowed inside the goal area. The only exception when another player is allowed in the goal area is when they take off from outside the goal area, and shoot the ball toward the goal before landing. To avoid interference with other players, the player must then exit the goal area as soon as possible. The nine-meter line, or the free-throw line, is used for minor penalties. The seven-meter line, or the penalty line, is used for major penalties. The goal line, even with the goal at each end of the court, serves as out of bounds. Only the goalie is allowed inside the goal area. If an offensive player is in the circle or on the line, the ball is given to the opponent. A goal does not count if the offensive player releases the ball before landing in the goal area. If the defense gains an advantage by being in the circle, a penalty throw is awarded. A ball inside the goal area belongs to the goalie. A ball in the air, however, is not considered to be in the goal area.

Starting The Game

Play is initiated by a throw-on at mid court. After each score, the opposing team will receive the ball at mid court.

Playing the Ball

A player is allowed to run three steps with the ball, or hold it for three seconds. A player is not allowed to play the ball with their legs below the knee. There is no limit on dribbling the ball. A double dribble, however, results in a free throw for the opponent. A player may not pass the ball in the air with the intention of catching it him or herself. This is an air dribble. Players are not permitted to dive on the floor to play the ball.

Defending The Opponent

Defensive players are allowed to use their body to obstruct an opponent either with or without the ball. Using the arms or legs to push, hold, trip or hit, however, is a violation. Offensive players are not allowed to charge into player, or a free throw is awarded.

Throw-ins

A throw-in is awarded to an opponent when one team loses the ball out-of-bounds on a sideline. The defense must be three meters away when the ball is thrown in.

The player must have both feet touching the court during the throw-in.

Corner Throws

A corner throw is awarded to the offense when a defensive player is the last person to touch the ball as it goes out-of-bounds over the goal line (excluding the goalie).

Penalties

A free throw is given for the minor infringements of the rules. The free throw is taken immediately, without the referee handling the ball, from the place the violation occurred. The defense must remain three meters away. The thrower must have one foot continuously in contact with the court, and must make a throw or pass within three seconds. A goal must be scored directly from a free throw. If a minor foul occurs between the goal line and the free throw line, the free throw is taken from the free throw line just opposite from where the foul took place. A penalty throw is given for personal fouls of a more serious nature. The majority of penalty throws are given when an offensive player is fouled when shooting. A penalty throw is not awarded, however, unless the referee feels that the offense had a sure chance to score when fouled.

The officials follow the "advantage" rule: If a team fouled against is able to gain the advantage, play continues without a penalty.

When the penalty throw is taken, one foot must remain in contact with the floor behind the seven-meter line until the ball is released. All the other players must stand beyond the nine-meter line and the opposing players must remain three meters from the thrower.

***NEW RULE***

Any player committing 5 fouls in a single game will foul out.

Suspension

Un-sportsman like conduct, unusually rough play or intentionally repeating three (3) personal fouls results in a free throw for the opponents and the player will have a two minute suspension from the game. During a suspension, the suspended player's team must play with one less player.

GAME DISRUPTION

Any one, who in the judgment of the Recreation and Wellness staff, is ejected for disrupting a contest, will be ejected for the entire season. If Campus Police is summoned for a disruption involving players or spectators, that game will end immediately and the team or teams causing the problem will forfeit.

OFFICIALS

When necessary, the winning team will be required to provide one official for the following game. A team that fails to do so will forfeit their victory.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Well I like to thing this section is dedicated to team handball, not that retarded game where you swat a ball against a wall.