Roles and Skills in Handball

This video tutorial by Professor Márcio Costa covers the various positions in handball, including the goalkeeper, central playmaker, lateral playmakers, wingers, and pivot. Each position's characteristics, skills, and techniques are discussed, along with their roles in offensive formations. The video emphasizes the importance of courage, reflexes, and strategic positioning for goalkeepers, while highlighting the organizational skills needed for central playmakers. Lateral playmakers require strength and height, wingers need speed and precision, and pivots must have varied techniques. The tutorial concludes with an overview of basic offensive formations.

What is the primary role of the central playmaker in handball?

• To score from the wings

• To organize offensive plays

• To block opponents

• To defend the goal

Which characteristic is essential for a handball goalkeeper?

• Great stamina

• Excellent passing

• Strong reflexes

• High speed

How does a handball goalkeeper typically defend the goal?

• By jumping to the ground

• By diving towards the ball with arms and legs spread

• By standing still

• By running towards the attacker

What is a key attribute of lateral playmakers in handball?

• Being able to jump high

• Having great endurance

• Being small and quick

• Being tall and strong

Why do wingers in handball often play with their non-dominant hand?

• To increase their speed

• To improve their passing

• To gain a better shooting angle

• To confuse the opponent

What is a common characteristic of wingers in handball?

• Having strong reflexes

• Being tall and strong

• Being able to organize plays

• Being light and fast

What is the primary function of the wingers during a counter-attack?

• To defend the goal

• To organize the defense

• To block opponents

• To quickly advance and receive passes

What is the main role of the pivot player in handball?

• To create space and opportunities for teammates

• To organize the defense

• To score from long distances

• To defend the goal

Which skill is crucial for a pivot player in handball?

• Strong passing

• High speed

• Quick and varied shooting techniques

• Long-distance shooting

In an offensive formation, where is the central playmaker positioned?

• On the right wing

• In the center of the court

• On the left wing

• Near the goal