COACHING POINTS FOR DRIBBLING IN HANDBALL

Dribbling is one of the most important skills in handball. It is used to advance the ball and maneuver into scoring position.

1.      Dribbling can also be termed bouncing the ball

2.      Players stand in an astride position with knees slightly bent

3.      Players then look forward as the hand bounces the ball against the ground

4.      Players can now bounce between two hands to deceive the opponents

5.      Players are allowed to take three steps in between dribbles, and they can use both hands to catch the ball.

6.      A player in possession of the ball cannot stand stationary for more than three seconds. He must pass, shoot or dribble to maintain possession.

7.      Handball players cannot receive the ball and bounce it, then hold the ball, and bounce it again. This is termed ‘double dribble’ and is against the rules.