As the ball moves from left to right and back again, the defense moves in a wave pattern to meet the threat. The modern 6-0 is widely used in handball, mostly by European teams that can rely on the height of their players to block shots by opposing backs.
What is defense in handball?
The defense back’s task is to cover the attacking back and prevent shooting, breaking through on both sides and passing to the pivot. If the attacking back tries a break through on the outside, the attacker is pressed against the wing, who is positioned diagonally behind the offensive back, ready to back up.
What 3 actions can you use to play defense in handball?
Generally, defensive strategies are divided into (1) man-to-man defense; (2) zone defense, and (3) a combination of the two. In defensive play, a player should always attempt to keep the opponent in front of him or else the opponent should be slightly overplayed to the shooting arm side.