1st Handball Development Symposium, Module 3

Led by USATH National Team coaches and IHF Master Lecturers Craig Rot and Julio Sainz, this two-day symposium covers both individual and team skills.

MODULE 3: Team Tactics

Lecture 7: Understanding the Game as a Coach (Craig Rot & Julio Sainz)
Viewing the game from the coaching perspective, we explore the coach’s role in shaping game play in all phases of the game, revealing how deeper analysis, proper planning and preparation, and smarter decisions during the game produce favorable outcomes.
Breakout 7.1: Utilizing Technology & XPS (Agust Thorkelsson)
The founder of Sideline Sports and XPS Network provides a foundation for coaches and teams looking to harness the power of technology to develop their players and programs.

Lecture 8: Tactics in Attack & Counterattack (Craig Rot)
A closer examination of the tactics required to play the game in both attacking phases and at all levels.
Breakout 8.1: Starting a New College Team (Coline Reinhardt)
The current president of Penn State Team Handball discusses strategies for starting successful college teams.
Breakout 8.2: Open Discussion on Club Development
Join an open discussion on club development.

Lecture 9: Tactics in Defense & Retreat (Julio Sainz)
A closer examination of the tactics required to play the game in both defensive phases and at all levels.
Breakout 9.1: National Team Perspective (Christian Latulippe)
The USATH women’s national team head coach discusses the tactical demands of the modern international game and what he requires from his players to succeed at this level.