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Handball
The study of a sport that originated in Europe and is still played today.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When did Team Handball originate? | In the 1900s in Europe. |
| When did it officially become an Olympic Sport? | In 1936. |
| Who is the only person allowed in the goal area? | The goalie. |
| What ball do the men use? | The men use a ball that measures 23-24" in circumference and weighs 15-17 oz. |
| What ball do the women use? | The women use a ball that measures 21-22" in circumference and weighs 12-14 oz. |
| How long are players allowed to dribble in team handball? | As long as they want. |
| How long does a regulation game last? | It lasts for 60 minutes divided into 2 halves. The clock stops only on timeouts, injuries, or at the discretion of the referee. |
| What is the measurement of the goal? | The goal is 2 meters tall and 3 meters wide. |
| What is the 7m line for? | The 7m line is for penalty shots. |
| What is the 9 meter line called? | The 9 meter line is called the free throw line. |
| How long and wide does the court measure? | The court measures 20m X 40m. |
| How many players on a team? | There are 6 players on a team and one goalie. |
| Are players allowed to jump into the goal area? | Yes, but only as long as they release the ball before their feet reach the ground. Otherwise it doesn't count . |
| How much is each goal awarded? | 1 point. |
| Are players allowed to pull, hit or punch the ball out of an opponent's hands? | No, not even if no contact is made. |
| How long a player hold a ball without moving? | 3 seconds. |
| After receiving a pass you may take only __ steps before and after dribbling. | 3 (steps.) |