Schools handball
Introducing the game through safe, structured school programmes and links to local clubs.
Development
The pathway starts
with access.
ZHF develops the people and structures behind the game: young players, schools, clubs, coaches, referees and provincial leaders.
Our development focus
Practical programmes that allow the sport to take root and keep moving forward.
Coach education
Growing confident coaches who can deliver quality sessions and support player progression.
Referee development
Strengthening the technical side of the game with clearer pathways for new and advancing officials.
Club development
Helping community clubs establish the systems, leadership and connection they need to last.
Girls & youth participation
Making handball accessible to more young people and supporting their continued participation.
Provincial coordination
Connecting local activity to national direction so that good work can be shared and scaled.
How the pathway connects
Each stage gives a player or leader somewhere real to go next.
Participation
Young people discover handball through welcoming, well-run local activity.
Development
Training, affiliation and competition create consistency and belonging.
Performance
Talented players and technical leaders are supported to represent Zimbabwe.