Handball
The University of Birmingham Handball Club is one of the cheapest BUCS
sports, with training sessions held three times a week and BUCS qualifiers twice
a year. If qualified, we partake in the National Finals. We have both men and
women teams, with no trials required.
Our mixed club consists of development and experienced training sessions per week – little to no experience of playing handball is more than welcome.
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We have regular friendlies (home and away) against other clubs or universities, as well as outdoor handball tournaments in the summer term and regular internal tournaments.
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The club has weekly Sports Night socials, as well as sober socials and other fun, inclusive events hosted throughout the year. Our popular annual tour held in June allows the club to experience a few days in another country, celebrating the end of a wonderful year.
President- Mia Wieland
Vice president- Olivia Raj
Head Coaches- Gustav Jonsson and Beth Davies
Inclusion and Welfare Officer- Harriet Simmons
Our Club
We currently have four BUCS teams: Men’s 1s, Men’s 2s, Women’s 1s, and Women’s 2s.
We do not hold trials, and anyone of any ability is welcome to join the club.
We collaborate with Birmingham Bisons Handball Club, a local club with whom we integrate some weekly training sessions. This provides experienced players with the opportunity to play in the regional league, gain more match practice, and improve player experience.
As a club, we pride ourselves on being highly inclusive. Our experienced coaches provide one-to-one, group, and team feedback during training and matches. Alongside handball, our weekly socials give members the opportunity to grow relationships with other players within and outside the sport. Members can also apply for the role of Tour Secretary within the club.
Facilities
Multi Sport Munrow Arena
Our Handball club use our large arena for training and competition.
Bournebrook 3G pitches
Our state-of-the-art pitches are available during the summer exam period.
Training Times
- Tuesday: 5.30pm - 7.00pm (Development)
- Friday: 6.00pm - 7.30pm (Experienced)
- Saturday: 3.00pm - 5.00pm
Exact times will be confirmed by the club upon registration.
Competition Opportunities
We welcome players of all abilities, with no trials required to join the club.
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Our main competition is BUCS, with both Men’s and Women’s 1s and 2s competing throughout the season. Alongside BUCS, members can also take part in friendly matches, summer tournaments, and inter-club tournaments, ensuring plenty of opportunities to play and compete.
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All members have the opportunity to participate in handball competition and gain match experience throughout the year.
Membership Price
Student Full Membership: £90
Non-Student Full Membership: £90
Half Membership Term 1: £55
Half Membership Term 2: £55
Pay As You Go: £5 per session
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