FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Fremont, CA / Chapel Hill, NC – Handball Futures is proud to announce two upcoming Development & Skills Camps aimed at expanding the female athlete pool for Olympic team handball and supporting the efforts of USA Team Handball’s Women’s National Team.
With growing national buzz around women’s handball—driven by athletes, coaches, and influencers spotlighting new opportunities—the sport is gaining momentum across the country. Handball Futures is helping lead that charge by creating accessible entry points for multi-sport athletes to explore and develop in the game.
These camps are designed for both new and experienced athletes, offering an introduction to handball fundamentals for beginners while providing advanced training for returning players.
Camp Details
Athletes must register in advance:
California Camp Development & Skills
(held alongside the Cal Cup)
📍 Centerville Middle School
37720 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94536
📅 February 1
🕠 Check-in: 5:30 PM | Training: 6:00–8:00 PM
Registration: https://usateamhandball.sport80.com/public/wizard/e/256
North Carolina Development & Skills Camp
(held alongside the Carolina Blue Cup)
📍 UNC – Fetzer Gym
210 South Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
📅 February 21
🕚 Check-in: 10:00 AM | Training: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Registration: https://usateamhandball.sport80.com/public/wizard/e/262
Who Can Attend:
• Female athletes ages 18+
• Multi-sport athletes from basketball, soccer, volleyball, softball & more
• No handball experience required (both new and experienced athletes are welcome)
• Must be a U.S. citizen
Athletes will be coached and evaluated by Handball Futures coaches, with evaluations and feedback shared directly with the USA Women’s National Team coaching staff. These camps serve as a key development opportunity for athletes interested in pursuing the sport at a higher level and exploring the national pathway.
“This is about creating access,” said Michael D. Cavanaugh, Handball Futures Tournament Director. “We want athletes from all backgrounds to see handball as a real opportunity—whether they’re discovering it for the first time or continuing their development. The sport is growing, the community is supportive, and now is the perfect time to get involved.”
Handball Futures is committed to building pathways toward the national team athlete pool and supporting the long-term development of women’s handball in the United States.
For more information, visit:
🌐 www.handballfutures.org
Media Contact:
Contact Handball Futures: info@handballfutures.org
