Handball Equipment
The Handball page brings together balls, indoor shoes, clothing, knee pads, equipment, club space and supporter items, from Select, Kempa, Hummel, Erima, Asics, Mizuno, Errea or Molten.
Handball, a flagship team sport in France, from club level to the national team.
Handball in France
Handball is one of the most popular team sports in France, supported by the successes of the men's and women's French teams, Olympic and world champions. It is played seven against seven, on a forty metre by twenty metre court, with a ball that is held with one hand. The footwork, jumps, and contacts make it a demanding sport for the ankles and knees.
The selection
Handball is organised by type:
- Balls.
- Shoes, for indoors.
- Textile.
- Equipment, protective gear and accessories.
- Club space, prizes for teams.
- Supporter, French team and clubs.
Shoes, balls and protective gear
A handball shoe, like the Asics Metarise or the Mizuno Wave Momentum, offers a non-marking rubber sole, lateral support against sprains, and cushioning for landings. The ball is chosen by age, from size 1 to size 3. Knee pads, such as the Errea Tokyo, Asics, or Mizuno, protect goalkeepers and players who dive. The training jerseys and tops of the French team dress both supporters and players.
Other sports
The other sports on the site, basketball, badminton, padel, golf, fitness, gymnastics, athletics, swimming, climbing, camping, rollers and skateboarding, are all gathered on the other sports page.
Good deals
Great deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance sales, sales, and Black Friday. The new products showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24 hours are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the year-end festivities, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back to school.
Frequently asked questions
What is the origin of handball?
Modern handball originated in Denmark and Germany at the end of the nineteenth century and the beginning of the twentieth. Originally played outdoors with eleven players, it transitioned indoors and to seven, which has become the standard form worldwide.
Why wear knee pads in handball?
Knee pads soften falls and dives onto the floor, which are common among goalkeepers and during extended shooting. They protect the kneecap from impacts on the floor without hindering knee flexion.
How to shoot harder in handball?
Power comes from the whole body: focus on the opposite leg to the shooting arm, rotate the hips, then the shoulders, followed by a final whip of the arm. Core stability and shoulder strengthening help increase ball speed.
What equipment should a handball goalkeeper have?
A goalkeeper needs a jersey and long pants or padded shorts, knee pads, and often elbow protection. A protective cup is essential for boys, and a very stable indoor shoe aids in lateral movement.
Which ball to choose for training and matches?
The match ball, being higher quality, offers better grip and consistent bounce. For training, a more durable ball, from Select, Molten, or Kempa, can withstand repeated sessions and resin without losing shape.
