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Moreno FJ, Hernández-Davó JL, García JA, Sabido R, Urbán T, Caballero C. Kinematics and performance of team-handball throwing: effects of age and skill level. Sports Biomech 2023; 22:1348-1363. [PMID: 32878570 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2020.1800072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2020] [Accepted: 07/16/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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To assess the influence of age and skill level on handball throwing kinematics and performance, 126 participants were distributed into groups according to their skill level (elite or recreational) and age group (U12, U16 or +18). Each participant performed three sets of 10 throws, aiming to hit a target (40 × 40 cm) located in the right corner of the goal. During testing, kinematic data were recorded and throwing performance (accuracy and velocity) was measured. Results showed greater throwing velocity in the elite compared to recreational groups, whereas no differences were found for throwing accuracy. The elite U16 and +18 groups displayed higher segment velocities (hand, arm and pelvis) than the recreational groups. The participation of proximal segments was higher in older groups, showing the more skilled players (U16 and +18) greater pelvis velocities (1.62-1.75 vs 1.02-1.22 m/s). The increased velocity of the distal joints (hand peak velocity: 13.56 ± 1.65 vs 10.67 ± 1.98 m/s) are responsible for the difference in throwing velocity between the elite and recreational U12 groups. Several correlations were found between joint kinematics and throwing velocity. Coaches could use these results during training, to optimise specific throwing training.
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- Sport Research Centre, Miguel Hernández University, Elche, Spain
- Faculty of Health Sciences, University Isabel I, Burgos, Spain
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- Sport Research Centre, Miguel Hernández University, Elche, Spain
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- Sport Research Centre, Miguel Hernández University, Elche, Spain
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- Sport Research Centre, Miguel Hernández University, Elche, Spain
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Fasold F, Meyer J, Klatt S. Effects of throwing feints on attack strategy in male elite handball: a post-hoc video analysis. INT J PERF ANAL SPOR 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/24748668.2023.2188362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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- Frowin Fasold
- Institute of Exercise Training and Sport Informatics, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Exercise Training and Sport Informatics, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Exercise Training and Sport Informatics, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- School of Sport and Health Sciences, University of Brighton, Eastbourne, UK
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Trejo-Silva A, Gomez-Ruano MA, Feu S, Brazo-Sayavera J. Analysis of offensive performance during exclusions in female senior handball. INT J PERF ANAL SPOR 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/24748668.2023.2180881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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- Alejandro Trejo-Silva
- Department of Physical Education and Sport, Instituto Superior de Educación Física, Universidad de la República (UdelaR-ISEF), Montevideo, Uruguay
- Department of Sports, Instituto Universitario Asociación Cristiana de Jóvenes (IUACJ), Montevideo, Uruguay
- Facultad de Educación y Psicología, University of Extremadura, Badajoz, Spain
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- Faculty of Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Facultad de Educación y Psicología, University of Extremadura, Badajoz, Spain
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- Department of Sports and Computer Science, Universidad Pablo de Olavide (UPO), Seville, Spain
- PDU EFISAL, Centro Universitario Regional Noreste, Universidad de la República (UdelaR), Rivera, Uruguay
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Han Z, Zhou H, Teng Y. IMPACTS OF HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING ON PHYSICAL FITNESS IN HANDBALL. REV BRAS MED ESPORTE 2023. [DOI: 10.1590/1517-8692202329012022_0618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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ABSTRACT Introduction: Handball is a competitive sport with high demands on the physical fitness of its athletes, being physical exercise demands continuous quality improvement of its practitioners. Objective: Explore the effect of high-intensity interval training on physical fitness in young handball players. Methods: In this paper, 46 young handball players were randomly selected for the research. The volunteers were randomly divided into two different groups: the experimental group and the control group. The control group mainly performed regular physical exercises. While the experimental group performed a protocol with high-intensity interval training. Both groups underwent a basic fitness test before and after the experiment. All experimental data were statistically analyzed and discussed. Results: After 12 weeks of experimental intervention, the experimental group showed significant differences in three items, namely reentry sensitivity, vertical jump, and long position jump (P<0.05). In the comparison between the groups, the scores in straight thrust and long jump were also significant (P<0.05). Conclusion: High-intensity interval training proved effective in improving young handball players’ physical fitness. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment outcomes.
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- Zilong Han
- Dalian LushunKou District Sanjianpu Central Primary School, China
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- Liaoning Vocational College of Light Industry, China
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- Liaoning Normal University School of Physical Education, China
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Lemos L, Nevill A, Duncan MJ, De Oliveira VC, Pino-Ortega J, Santos A, Martins C, Nakamura F. Sport-Specific Skills Differentiate Performance Levels Better Than Anthropometric or Physiological Factors in Beach Handball. RESEARCH QUARTERLY FOR EXERCISE AND SPORT 2022; 93:682-687. [PMID: 34705619 DOI: 10.1080/02701367.2021.1902460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2020] [Accepted: 03/08/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Beach handball is characterized by high- and low-intensity efforts on an unstable surface. Players are expected to display high levels of physical performance on sand, though there are no data concerning success in elite players. Purpose: This study aimed to address anthropometric, fitness, and sport-specific skills components in beach handball, by comparing elite national team beach handball players (world champions) to sub-elite players (playing at a regular club). Method: A total of 91 senior players (more than 21 years old) of both genders (19 world champions) were assessed for anthropometry, 5-m acceleration, 15-m sprint, handgrip strength, horizontal jump, and three specific sport-specific skills (ball velocities in standing, inflight and spin throwing) at a beach court. Anthropometric, physiological, and sport-specific skill test variables were analyzed as a multiple dependent variable using a multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA) with sex and level (elite vs sub-elite) as the fixed factors. SPSS (25.0) was used, significance was assumed at p < .05. Results: The results highlighted that for male and female athletes, horizontal jump, 6-m standing, spin, and inflight throwing discriminated between elite and sub-elite groups (p < .001). Conclusion: The study suggests that the factors which differentiate between elite and sub-elite performers in beach handball are horizontal jump and technical ability via the performance of specific throwing skills, rather than anthropometric or any other physical variables, irrespective of sex. These findings highlight some of the relevant physical capacities and skills that need to be developed over the years of preparation of top-level beach handball players.
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Pueo B, Tortosa-Martínez J, Chirosa-Rios LJ, Manchado C. Throwing performance by playing positions of male handball players during the European Championship 2020. Scand J Med Sci Sports 2021; 32:588-597. [PMID: 34792216 DOI: 10.1111/sms.14100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2021] [Revised: 11/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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The aim of this study was to analyze the throwing velocity and effectiveness of elite male handball players during the European Championship 2020. A local positioning system was used for the first time in a European Championship to collect 6568 throw events from 337 players of 24 national teams during 65 matches. ANOVA (F = 80.8, p < 0.01, η2 = 0.058) revealed that back players throws were significantly faster (24.3-26.5 m/s) than the rest of the players (22.2-22.5 m/s). Similarly, throws made from the central zone showed the highest speed values of 28.0 m/s (F = 43.2, p < 0.01, η2 = 0.050). In regard to the goal hit zone, higher speeds were shown for throws in side zones (24.9-26.8 m/s) compared to central zones (23.0-23.8 m/s) (F = 49.0, p < 0.01, η2 = 0.063). Effectiveness was higher in wing players (62%-64%) than the rest (45%-56%) (F = 30.9, p < 0.01, η2 = 0.023). Interestingly, the two higher velocity categories (>22 m/s) showed similar effectiveness (~60%), which were higher than the preceding slower category of 17-22 m/s (39.7%) (F = 175.1, p < 0.01, η2 = 0.074). Regarding court zones, throws from first-line zones (48%-60%), were more effective than from second line (38%-43%) (F = 13.1, p < 0.01, η2 = 0.016). With respect to the goal hit zone, effectiveness was higher in side (72%-77%) than in central zones (58%-64%) (F = 523.2, p < 0.01, η2 = 0.418). Coaches should improve the throwing velocity of players but also train at submaximal velocities (effective velocity) to save energy and reduce the potential risk of injury. Finally, training should be specialized according to the performance shown by players from different throwing zones, rather than from playing positions.
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- Basilio Pueo
- Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Education, University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
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- Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Education, University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
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- Department of Physical Education and Sports, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Physical Education and Sports, Faculty of Education, University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain.,Methods Commission, European Handball Federation
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Meletakos P, Noutsos K, Bartha AI, Bayios I. The height importance of male athletes for the classification in the world handball championships. MOTRIZ: REVISTA DE EDUCACAO FISICA 2021. [DOI: 10.1590/s1980-657420210002621] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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- Panagiotis Meletakos
- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, School of Physical Education and Sport Science, Greece
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- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, School of Physical Education and Sport Science, Greece
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- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, School of Physical Education and Sport Science, Greece
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- National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, School of Physical Education and Sport Science, Greece
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Krawczyk P, Cackowski M, Dziubek Ł. The participation of the defender and the actions of handball goalkeepers in the situation of throws from backcourt positions. INT J PERF ANAL SPOR 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/24748668.2020.1753966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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- Paweł Krawczyk
- Division of Physical Education and Sport, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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