Modeled after the Original Olympic Sport Festival

Handball Futures Festival

An Olympic-Style Showcase Elevating the Next Generation of U.S. Women’s Handball.

Showcasing Team Handball Athletes

About The Handball Festival

The Handball Futures Festival is an, Olympic-style showcase designed to bring together the top women handball athletes in the United States. Modeled after the Original Olympic Sport Festival, the event combines elite competition, community, and national-team exposure in one immersive experience.

Approximately 48 athletes will be selected from those who have participated in sanctioned Handball Futures events and/or are part of the USA Team Handball Olympic Athlete Pool.

Over the course of the tournament, athletes will compete in a high-level tournament environment that mirrors international play—providing a rare opportunity to demonstrate their skills, growth, and readiness for the next level.

The Festival also serves as a key talent identification moment, with athletes evaluated and scouted by the Women’s National Team Coach. More than a tournament, the Festival is a celebration of women’s handball in the U.S.—strengthening the national pipeline, fostering connection across regions, and helping define the future of the sport.

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2025 — 2026 Calendar
Path to the Handball Festival

January 2025

HFF Office Opens in Colorado Springs

Early 2025

Regional Coaches Announced

March – April 2025

Regional Tryouts Held

May–June 2025

Launch Mentorship Program

May 2025–March 2026

Recruiting Program

Summer 2025

Held Regional Training Camp

Oct 2025–March 2026

Conduct Development Camps

Summer 2026

Handball Futures Festival – Women’s Discipline
Colorado Springs, CO


Looking ahead to post 2026, the Festival will look to include Men’s and Wheelchair disciplines—broadening opportunity and impact.



Resources

Resources

All coaches are urged to explore the resource page.
Web Library
Teaching Handball
Rules of the Game

SafeSport

We wholeheartedly support the increased attention regarding athletes’ safety and the continuing efforts to reduce abuse in sports. All Coaches are required to be SafeSport Certified. Visit SafeSportTrained.org for more information.

Application

Our mission is to foster the growth of handball in the United States, which includes increasing the number of certified coaches. We are committed to providing opportunities for training and developing outstanding coaches.


Referee Resources

Resources

All referees are encouraged to explore the resources page.

SafeSport

We wholeheartedly support the increased attention regarding athletes’ safety and the continuing efforts to reduce abuse in sports. All Referees are required to be SafeSport Certified. Visit SafeSportTrained.org for more information.

Application

Our mission is to foster the growth of handball in the United States, including increasing the number of certified referees. We are committed to providing training and development opportunities for referees.

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