HOW TO CHOOSE HANDBALL GOALS

Handball is undoubtedly one of the sports known all over the world. You probably also played it during your physical education lessons, or perhaps it was then that you took your first steps towards a career as a professional handball player. Just like in football, the game of handball is all about getting the ball into the goal - the difference is that here you use your arms and not your legs. The action that takes place during a handball match is extremely dynamic and spectacular. The game takes place mostly in sports halls and several essential elements are needed to play it. One of these is the handball goal. Without it no team would be able to carry the action through to the end and thus score points. Wondering what to look for when choosing handball goals to be able to equip the court with professional equipment for many years? Read our advisory article where we clearly describe their key aspects.

One of the most important features is the dimensions of a handball goal. It is assumed that each of them should be 2 metres high and 3 metres long and should be made of 80x80mm square profile. Positioned on the end lines of the court, facing the centre of the court, they allow players to play fully. The vast majority of manufacturers rely on handball goals made from aluminium, which is an extremely durable material. With this basic knowledge, you no longer have to wonder what a handball goal’s dimensions are. So let us get down to specifics!

In the world of handball, we can distinguish between two types of goals:

● Type 1 - handball goals mounted on sockets

As standard, these goals are made in accordance with EN 749. The goal frame is foldable and usually fitted with aluminium connectors. Such goals also have folding arches, which allow not only transport but also storage. Mounted on special sockets (permanently embedded in the ground), these handball goals ensure high safety during play. This type of goal is designed primarily for outdoor venues.

● Type 2 - portable handball goals

These are goals that have also been manufactured in accordance with EN 749. As with socketed goals, the frame is folded and fitted with connectors. The arches are also folded. The goals are bolted to the surface using special screws and plates fixed to the floor. By betting on this type of handball goals, we gain more flexibility and functionality in the sports hall. Great for training and indoor matches.

Choosing the right handball goals depends on many factors. If you are in charge of handball matches at a professional level and your job is to equip the court, then try to ensure that any handball goal you choose is certified by the IHF - International Handball Federation. It is essential for the organisation of top-level matches. An excellent choice of IHF certified handball goal is the one pictured below. Why?

● the frame of this goal is made of an aluminium profile - additionally reinforced and ribbed,

● the corners are made of steel sheet, reinforced with a special structure to ensure greater stability of the goal,

● the goal has an additional reinforcing crossbar at the top of the arches,

● for the safety of the goalkeeper the net is fixed inside the profile,

● the goal has special steel plates that allow it to be positioned in any way,

● in addition to IHF certification, the goal is also certified by the EHF - European Handball Federation.

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