The Malawi Handball Association (MAHA), in partnership with the Malawi Olympic Committee (MOC), on the weekend launched beach handball in the country with the aim of competing in major tournaments. The launch, held in Salima, featured the first-ever beach handball technical coaching course in Malawi.
MAHA Secretary General, Dennis Kumwenda said the absence of technical expertise has hindered the countrys participation in southern Africas beach handball competitions and recognised the importance of the training.Malawi has not been participating in international beach handball competitions because of lack of technical knowledge. This coaching opportunity, however, will enable Malawi to participate in major tournaments such as the Zone 6, said Kumwenda.
In his remarks Secretary General for MOC Henry Sakala, pledged the committees support to ensure Malawis representation in the sport.
Handball is usually overlooked, but as the Olympic Committee, we will make sure Malawi is represented well, said Sakala.A Handball coach from Mzuzu Hamisi Msowoya welcomed the training, saying it has potential to develop young players.
This training will help us pass on the fundamentals of handball to youth in our communities, said Msowoya.
The initiative aims to strengthen Malawis capacity to compete at regional and continental levels.
By Max Medson