OLIVER CORONADO , Juan Francisco

El presente estudio trata de contestar a la pregunta de cuáles son la relaciones entre el tamaño del balón y el tamaño de la mano de los jugadores y jugadoras de balonmano, es decir si, en este deporte se juega con el balón proporcionalmente adecuado en cada categoría deportiva. Para ello, primero se tuvo que determinar que partes del...

The present study collected and analyzed data from 1612 handball players (779 women and 833 men) from 13-14 up to more than 18 years old. We collected data of 3 linear measurements of players' s dominant hand, and using a new formula we obtained the "ball coverage index" which indicates the % of ball that a hand is able to cover. Finally,...

In this paper we present the use of a new zonal defensive system, the 4:1:1, an useful proposal of playing being in numerical superiority in defensive situations. We describe their functioning bases and their objectives. These include, from individual point of view, the application of the interception line as an individual tactical principle,...

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This article deals with the early experiences of the so-called zonal defences open in Spain, to later define the characteristics of the 3:3 zonal defensive system1 , and the denomination of the players in the different specific positions. The central part offers a "Decalogue", explaining the different roles that players must know, learn and...

The aim of this study was to know psychological characteristics of young elite female handball players using the C.P.R.D. questionnaire, and to establish possible differences based on years competing. The obtained results show that these young female handball players have similar psychological characteristics to other sports players. Players...

The main aim of this study was to determine physical fitness profile of young elite female handball players. A second objective was to establish differences based on their playing positions. Results showed significant differences in all physical fitness tests based on their specific playing positions. In general, wings and first line players...

The study aimed to know psychological skills of young elite female handball players and to analyze possible differences in these variables considering their level of competitive experience, depending on the scores obtained in CHPCDC- Children and Youth Scale. The more experienced players showed lower scores on several psychological skills and...