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Buy Your Handballs Directly from the Handball Expert Kempa
Super soft ball feel, excellent grip, long durability – our balls perform. Even in professional leagues, Kempa handballs are valued and used for their outstanding playing characteristics. Here in the Kempa online shop, you can get your balls directly from the handball experts.
- Handballs for Training and Matches
- Overview of Handball Sizes
- Handball Sizes 00 and 0
- Handball Size 1
- Handball Size 2
- Handball Size 3
- Handball Size Chart
- Special Handballs for Training
Handballs for Training and Matches: No Compromises on Quality
With a training ball from Kempa, you and your handball team are equipped with top-quality gear even during practice. Super robust and durable, they withstand the intense demands of daily training. Kempa match balls for handball offer outstanding playing properties thanks to innovative technology. The 30-panel construction with nearly invisible seams ensures perfect roundness. Thanks to multilayer foam lamination, Kempa handballs provide a pleasantly soft grip while maintaining excellent traction. The bounce is optimized, giving you perfect control and predictable game behavior.
From Bambinis to Men's Teams: The Right Ball Size for Every Handball League
There’s no question: The size and weight of the ball must match the players. That’s why there are official guidelines for handball sizes based on different age groups. Different sizes are also prescribed for men's and women's teams.
Kempa Handballs in Sizes 0 and 00: Perfect for Bambinis and Minis
Size 00 for handballs is not officially regulated. However, these are generally very light and small balls, ideal for preschool and early elementary school children. This allows young handball players to develop their skills with appropriately sized balls. At this stage, everything is about fun and movement, so there are no strict regulations. Size 0 handballs are intended for elementary school children. The Minis or F-youth, aged 6 to 8, play with balls that weigh less than 260g. The circumference of 46 – 48 cm is adapted to small hands.
Kempa Handballs in Size 1: The Right Choice for Youth Handball
For players in youth teams, handballs in size 1 are used. There is a distinction by gender: Girls aged 8 – 14 use this ball size, covering female C-, D-, and E-youth. Boys use size 1 handballs only from 8 – 12 years old (Male D and E-youth). Size 1 balls have a circumference of 50 – 52 cm and a weight of 290 – 330g.
Kempa Handballs in Size 2: Used by Women's Teams and Older Male Youth Teams
Size 2 balls have a circumference of 54 – 56 cm and weigh between 325 – 375g. Women’s teams from age 14 and up, including senior women’s leagues, use this size. In male youth handball, size 2 balls are used for C- and B-youth teams, covering players aged 12 – 16.
Handballs in Size 3: The Official Ball for Men Aged 16 and Older
For men's teams and the male A-youth, size 3 handballs are officially prescribed. These handballs are exclusively for players aged 16 and older. With a circumference of 58 - 60 cm and a weight of 425 – 475g, size 3 handballs are the largest used in training and matches.
Handball Size Chart
Check out our practical overview to see all the different handball sizes at a glance:
| Handball Size | Age Group | Age | Ball Circumference | Ball Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 (Unofficial Size) | Bambinis | Under 6 years | Not defined | Not defined |
| 0 (Unofficial Size) | Minis | 6-8 years | 46-48 cm | Under 260g |
| 1 | Female Youth: C, D, E | 8-14 years | 50-52 cm | 290-330g |
| 1 | Male Youth: D, E | 8-12 years | 50-52 cm | 290-330g |
| 2 | Women, Female Youth: A, B | 14 years and older | 54-56 cm | 325-375g |
| 2 | Male Youth: B, C | 12-16 years | 54-56 cm | 325-375g |
| 3 | Men, Male Youth: A | 16 years and older | 58-60 cm | 425-475g |
Special Handballs for Training: From Ultra-Light to Extra Heavy
Kempa offers extra soft and lightweight handballs specifically for children. For beginners who are still learning proper catching and throwing techniques, and for Bambinis, softballs are the ideal choice. They reduce the risk of injury and are easy for beginners to handle. For more advanced training, weighted handballs are perfect for practicing powerful throws and challenging techniques. Goalkeepers also benefit from training with these extra-heavy balls to enhance their catching strength and security. With weights of 600g or 800g, they are an excellent addition to regular training handballs for experienced players.