Small-Sided Handball Game (3v3)
3v3 small-sided handball as a sport-specific warm-up, scoring by touching a cone with the ball.
How to play
- Teams of 3 on small courts.
- Passing without dribbling; maximum three steps with the ball.
- Score by touching the other team's cone with the ball without letting go.
- 2-minute games, then rotate.
Rules
- No contact.
- No dribbling.
Variations
Easier
No active defense.
Standard
Basic rules.
Harder
Team handball rules.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: own zone.
- Soft ball.
Learning goals
- Warm up with the ball.
- Cooperate.
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