| Paper title: |
Study on the efficiency of the 9-meter line in junior handball players in the phase IV of the attack |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.4316/SAM.2025.0212 |
| Published in: | Volume XVIII issue 2/ 2025 |
| Publishing date: | 2025 |
| Pages: | |
| Author(s): | Ciornei Cătălin
Florin LEUCIUC |
| Abstract. | Sports performance in modern handball largely depends on the players’ effectiveness in decisive moments of the game, and the fourth phase of the attack—the finishing phase—is one of the most important. The 9-meter line, made up of the two backcourts and the playmaker (center), plays an essential role in initiating and completing offensive actions. For junior teams, developing the ability to finish correctly and efficiently from the 9-meter area requires a complex approach that combines technical, tactical, and psychological preparation. This study investigates the effects of a structured training program aimed at improving both general and specific motor potential of the 9-meter line (center and left/right backs) in Junior III handball players. Nine athletes participated in tests measuring speed, strength, agility, dribbling, and technical skills. The results indicate significant improvements in all motor skills after the intervention, demonstrating the effectiveness of targeted technical-tactical training on offensive performance. The findings support the implementation of specialized training programs to enhance efficiency in critical phases of the game. Although handball evolves as players move into higher categories and the technical-tactical preparation of junior players must already align with the demands of modern handball. This requires individualized training and planning based on positional responsibilities. |
| Keywords: | handball, athletes, training, offensive efficiency |
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