Two times 3 against 3 in handball

introduction

The two times three against three is a variant of the target game handball and is used in the field of E-youth and D- youth applied. Individual sports associations use this form of mini handball as a supplement to the game 6 + 1 in one half. The regulations are subject to the individual associations. In the target game two times three against three, age-specific aspects are taken into account, which take into account the level of requirements and training. Through the game two times three against three, the ability to perceive and the situational solving of game situations are particularly aroused. In addition, the proximity to the target game handball results in the development of physical and coordinative performance requirements. A wide variety of options enable the coach to have a differentiated and attractive training in youth handball.

The basic rules of two times three against three

Two teams play with the normal number of players 6 field players and a goalkeeper who is not allowed to leave his goal area. The playing field is divided into two halves, an attacking half and a defense half, with three players in the attacking half and three players in the defense half. The center line may therefore not be crossed by any player. After a successful goal completion, the goalkeeper puts the ball back into play immediately. He can pass the ball anywhere. During the game, players can and should use the Attack position and Defensive position switch. A clap from the center line is mandatory, so that the ratio '3:3' is always maintained.

Tips for practice

• It is important to ensure that every player can act both in attack and defense. (Rotation principle)
• The game is scored by the number of goals multiplied by the number of goalscorers, thus ensuring that everyone throws at goal.
• The goalkeeper may only pass the ball over the center line. (Note skill level)
• Man marking from the center line
• Choose a smaller playing field.
• The number of players vary in order to provoke advantages in attack and defense.
• The trainer's creative freedom

Advantages of the game Two times three against three

In this form of play, all players have one creative, social and active This is a challenge for everyone involved. In the game form two times three against three, all players have significantly more ball contacts than in the conventional variant '6+1". It inevitably arise '1:1' Situations with the important Man marking in handball. The players have to constantly perceive both in attack and defense and make situational decisions. A passive game is hardly possible. The reduced number of players in one half makes it much easier to perceive special situations.