Handball is a team sport where the goal is to score by throwing a ball into the opponent's net. Two teams of seven players (six field players and one goalkeeper) compete, and the team with the most goals at the end wins.
Basic Rules:
- The game starts with a throw-off, and players pass or dribble the ball to create scoring opportunities.
- Players can take up to three steps while holding the ball and can dribble any number of times. After three steps, they must shoot or pass.
- Passing and shooting involve various arm and wrist movements. Shooting aims to outwit the goalkeeper.
- Defenders use strategies like man-to-man or zone marking, with physical contact allowed but dangerous play penalized.
- Goalkeepers defend by using any body part to stop shots.
- Matches consist of two 30-minute halves. If the score is tied, extra time or a penalty shootout may occur.
- Penalties and free throws are awarded for fouls, with a penalty involving a one-on-one against the goalkeeper and free throws requiring the defense to stay three meters away.