European Handball

How many players per side on a European handball team?

• 4 players

• 5 players

• 7 players

• 10 players

How long can you hold onto the ball before you have to pass or shoot?

• 15 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 2 seconds

• 3 seconds

Can you dribble the ball in European handball similar to basketball?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

The ball can be dribbled similar to basketball but must be thrown within taking 3 steps

Who is the only player that can use their feet in the game?

• The goal umpire

• The goal keeper

• All defenders

• The team with possession of the ball

Answer explanation

The goal keeper is allowed to use their feet when defending their goals and is the only player allowed to use their feet.

Who is allowed in the goal keeping area?

• A cousin of one of the players on your team

• It's ok to be in the goal keeping area when you have the ball

• The goal keeper only

• Any player

Where was the first official game of European Handball played?

• France

• Germany

• The Netherlands

• Italy

During a game of European Handball, you can substitute players at

• Anytime

• Only once per 10 minutes

• 5 times during each 30 minute half

• A point in time when the referee isn't looking

Penalties in European handball are taken from the

• 8 metre line

• 4 metre line

• 5 metre line

• 7 metre line

European Handball is a mixture of what 3 sports?

• Soccer, Basketball, Golf

• Badminton, Lacrosse, Air Hockey

• Tennis, AFL, Lawn Bowls

• Basketball, Soccer, Ice Hockey

What is the term used to describe holding onto the ball and not attempting to pass or shoot?

• Passive play

• No pass, bottom of the class

• Freeze stop

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