10 Questions
What is the primary requirement for a player to substitute into the game?
Ensure the player being replaced has already left the court
What is the purpose of goalkeepers wearing the same color?
To distinguish them from the court players of both teams
What is the minimum height of the numbers on the back of a player's shirt?
20 cm
Why must a player with an open wound leave the court immediately?
To have the bleeding stopped and the wound covered
What is the consequence of not following the referees' instructions regarding a player's injury?
The player is deemed guilty of unsportsmanlike conduct
What is considered a foul in the game?
To block an opponent with arms or hands
What is the penalty for committing a foul aimed at the body of an opponent?
A personal punishment
What is the main reason for players to wear visible numbers on their shirts?
To distinguish between players
What type of equipment is prohibited in the game?
Objects that could be dangerous to players
What is the main purpose of the substitution rules?
To allow players to enter the court at any time
Study Notes
Handball: Introduction
• Handball is a team sport played by two teams of seven players each, with the objective of throwing the ball into the opponent's goal. • A standard match consists of two periods of 30 minutes, and the team with the most goals wins.
History of Handball
• Handball has its roots in ancient civilizations, with records of handball-style games dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. • The modern version of handball emerged in the late 19th century in Denmark, Sweden, and Germany. • The founding fathers of field handball were German physical education experts who recognized the sport as a separate entity at the turn of the century. • The International Handball Federation (IHF) was established in 1946, and the first women's competition was held at the Montreal 1976 Games.
Handball in Africa
• The African Handball Confederation (CAHB) was founded in 1973, representing national handball associations in Africa under the supervision of the IHF. • The CAHB has its headquarters in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, and its motto is "Let's build African handball together."
Handball in Ethiopia
• Handball was introduced in Ethiopia in 1960 by Addis Ababa University instructors. • The Ethiopian Handball Federation (EHF) was established in 1962, and Ethiopia became a member of the IHF in 1964. • Handball gained popularity in Ethiopian society in the late 1960s, with consecutive courses for handball coaches and teachers of physical education.
Rules of Handball
• The playing court is a 40m x 20m rectangle. • The playing time is divided into two periods, with different age groups having different playing times. • The overtime period consists of two halves of 5 minutes, with a 1-minute half-time break. • The ball is made of leather or synthetic material, and its size and weight vary depending on the category of teams.
The Team
• A team consists of up to 14 players, with no more than 7 players on the court at the same time. • Substitutes can enter the court at any time, without notifying the timekeeper/scorekeeper. • All players in the goalkeeper position must wear the same color, distinguishing them from the court players and the opposing team's goalkeeper.
Equipment and Player Injuries
• Players must wear visible numbers, sports shoes, and uniforms that meet specific requirements. • Players who are bleeding or have blood on their body or uniform must leave the court and not return until the bleeding is stopped and the wound is covered.
Fouls
• Fouls include pulling or hitting the ball out of an opponent's hands, blocking or displacing an opponent, holding an opponent, and running into or jumping into an opponent. • Fouls aimed at the opponent's body must lead to a personal punishment.
This quiz covers the basics of handball, a team sport played with two teams of seven players each. Learn about the rules and history of handball.
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