Tucson, Arizona, WPH Press, September 24th, 2024

Junior-WPH was thrilled to host several dozen junior handball players at the 2024 Memorial handball tournament at the Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club. Juniors from Tucson, Phoenix, Juarez, El Paso, Colorado, and Ireland competed in Junior singles, Pro singles, A singles, B singles, and doubles brackets during the first event of the 2024/25 Race 4 Eight season.

JR WPH is proud to offer events to inspire the next generation of players, providing junior and collegiate players the opportunity to watch the pros, compete against one another, and build lifelong friendships and memories. While the top pros may garner most of the attention at the Race 4 Eight events, it is the junior players who provide the most inspiration and excitement.

Thank you to all of the coaches who traveled with the junior players and inspire the youngsters each day.

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to:  WPH, 3602 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716

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David Fink

WPH Senior Writer

Los Angeles, California, Junior-World Players of Handball Press, August 26th, 2024

Junior-WPH Coach and World Players of Handball social media influencer Ryan “Waddy Pup” Watkins introduced a group of thirty youngsters between the ages of four to eight years old to handball at the Los Angeles Athletic Club Summer Camp in July.  Coach Watkins split the youngsters into two groups of fifteen, working on throwing the ball with both hands, hitting the ball off drop feeds, and paired the players into groups of two to play two-bounce.

“The kids learned the fundamentals of the numerous sports offered at the LAAC Summer Camp,” barked the Pup. “After watching a few of us play during their lunch break, many kids expressed interest in giving handball a try. We offered to give them lessons and they incorporated handball into the last week of the summer camp.”

Thank you to the Waddy Pup for inspiring the next generation of players at the LAAC.

Enter the March 21-23, 2025 Race 4 Eight LAAC HERE

2024/25 Race 4 Eight schedule and entries HERE

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to:  WPH, 3602 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716

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David Fink

WPH Senior Writer

Tucson, AZ, WPH Press, 8/5/24

JR WPH proudly coached weekly junior handball clinics at the 2024 Tucson Racquet Club Summer Camp, emphasizing dexterity, coordination, speed, and of course, fun! The camp directors and counselors were thrilled to have the opportunity to incorporate handball into the camp curriculum, providing the youngsters with the opportunity to learn a sport the summer campers would have likely not experienced. Certified WPH coaches led the youngsters through progressions that started with throwing the ball, catching the ball, drop-hitting, serving, and eventually playing crosscourt two-bounce.

“Handball is an incredibly challenging sport to learn, especially with youngsters, so we aim to create an environment where kids can gradually adapt to the game through a series of attainable sequences that leads to the youngsters successfully rallying,” stated WPH Master Instructor David Fink. “Many of the kids tell me that playing handball is their favorite part of the camp.”

JR WPH has introduced handball to hundreds of summer campers at the Tucson Racquet Club Summer Camp since 2013.

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to:  WPH, 3602 E Ft Lowell Rd, Tucson, Arizona, 85716.

Become a handball insider by enjoying never before seen videos, pro commentary, special awards, Sports Casts archives and new episodes, live broadcasts, and much more by supporting the WPH and inspiring the next generation of players through the WPH Patreon program.

Become a WPH Patreon HERE

David Fink

WPH Senior Writer

Race 4 Eight Legend Mando Ortiz Inspires the Next Generation in Riverside 

Riverside, CA, WPH Press, 7/28/24

Race 4 Eight legend Mando Ortiz coached a JR WPH Clinic at the Bill Doles Baby Doll doubles tournament in Riverside, CA. The two-time Race 4 Eight champion and former R48 #1 taught the large group of youngsters how to step into the ball to execute his patented back wall kill. “I was happy to step up and drop some knowledge about our great game,” stated Mando. 

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to:  WPH, 3602 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716

Become a handball insider by enjoying never before seen videos, pro commentary, special awards, Sports Casts archives and new episodes, live broadcasts, and much more by supporting the WPH and inspiring the next generation of players through the WPH Patreon program.

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David Fink

WPH Senior Writer

Los Angeles, CA, WPH Press, 7/24/24

Written by Vic Perez

LAFD Fire Station 4 proudly hosted juniors on the fourth Thursday in July. Located in the Arts District, FS4 is one of the busiest assignments in Los Angeles. The youngsters learned about Firefighter equipment and hose manipulation, while also learning 4-Wall Handball drills proctored by LAFD firefighters David Hinojosa @ 14’s, Sergio Guzman @ 79’s and Vic Perez @ 4’s. Students got to see first-hand the daily life of a Firefighter and how demanding but also rewarding the job can be. In addition, students were taught small ball drills and proper mechanics by WPH R48 Pro Vic Perez.

Special thanks to Marcos Chavez of Digiflex (HERE) for sponsoring LAFD Handball Gloves for the students.

Thank you to WPH Race 4 Eight pro Vic Perez for providing an unforgettable experience for the youngsters.

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to:  WPH, 3602 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716

Become a handball insider by enjoying never before seen videos, pro commentary, special awards, Sports Casts archives and new episodes, live broadcasts, and much more by supporting the WPH and inspiring the next generation of players through the WPH Patreon program.

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David Fink

WPH Senior Writer

JR WPH Sponsors Carl Hayden Event

Phoenix, AZ, WPH Press, 5/22/24

JR WPH proudly sponsored the End of Season Advisory Tournament at Carl Hayden High School in Phoenix, AZ. JR WPH provided tournament balls, medals, autographed handballs from several Race 4 Eight pros and WPH shirts for one of the biggest handball tournaments of the school year at Carl Hayden High School.

“We had about 50 participants,” stated Coach Chris Hogan. “The students appreciated the shirts, medals, and the autographed small balls as prizes. Our season has concluded, so it is time to take a break because next year the Handball Club is going to be busy!!  I want to thank Carl Hayden for the support and the WPH for the awards, support of our program, and being our BIGGEST fan!!” 

“JR WPH is thrilled to support Coach Hogan’s phenomenal junior handball program at Carl Hayden High School,” stated the WPH’s David Fink. “Thank you to our generous donors for providing prizes to the tournament players – we all know how nice it feels to receive an award for finishing well in a big tournament. JR WPH will proudly continue to support Coach Hogan’s Carl Hayden handball program during the 2024/25 school year.”

Thank you to JR WPH donors Chris Watkins and Ashley Ruiz for generously donating to the Carl Hayden junior handball End of Season Advisory Tournament.  

Photos courtesy of Coach Chris Hogan.

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to: WPH, 3602 E Ft Lowell Rd, Tucson, Arizona, 85716.

Become a handball insider by enjoying never before seen videos, pro commentary, special awards, Sports Casts archives and new episodes, live broadcasts, and much more by supporting the WPH and inspiring the next generation of players through the WPH Patreon program.

Become a WPH Patreon HERE

David Fink

WPH Senior Writer

w/Team Carl Hayden High School – Tucson, Arizona, WPH Press, April 14th, 2024-

Junior-WPH and the United States Handball Association proudly collaborated with twelve players from Phoenix’s Carl Hayden High School duri8ng the combined WPH R48Pro Stop/USHA Hall of Fame Tournament over the weekend. David Fink and USHA board member & Race 4 Eight pro Max Langmack explained how to hit the small ball, highlighting the whip stroke with a loose wrist and turning sideways. Langmack demonstrated how to let the ball drop to nearly the floor to hit kill shots. After all of the kids had an opportunity to hit various shots, each had a chance to return Langmack’s serve, with a few even returning it.

“We love collaborating together, especially when it comes to growing the game,” stated Fink. “When the WPH and USHA have a chance to co-host events and junior clinics, it’s really a win-win for everyone involved. Both the WPH and USHA love seeing kids enthusiastically traveling to play in our events and we will always do what we can to help the players improve and enjoy their experience at our combined events.”

“Our players really enjoyed David and Max’s interaction with them,” stated Carl Hayden Head Coach Chris Hogan.

For more on the USHA, visit ushandball.org

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to: WPH, 3602 E Ft Lowell Rd, Tucson, Arizona, 85716.

Become a handball insider by enjoying never before seen videos, pro commentary, special awards, Sports Casts archives and new episodes, live broadcasts, and much more by supporting the WPH and inspiring the next generation of players through the WPH Patreon program.

Become a WPH Patreon HERE

Santa Ana, California, World Players of Handball Press, April 7th, 2024-

The Santa Ana Handball Club was proud to present the 2024 SAHC/Junior-WPH Spring Kickoff Tournament on the first weekend in April, featuring forty-one junior handball players from Southern California competing in 3-Wall big ball singles and doubles brackets.  

“The tournament was a success,” boasted Santa Ana Handball Club founder and director Gilbert Granado. “Each participant got a tournament shirt and we fed everyone too! Thanks to the WPH for all your help and support!”

Follow the SAHC on Instagram @SantaAnaHandballClub and on Gilbert Granado’s Facebook page HERE

JR WPH is proud to help sponsor and support Gilbert Granado and the Santa Ana Handball Club’s initiatives to provide young people with opportunities to be physically active and learn discipline and sportsmanship through handball.

“JR WPH is extremely proud to support the Santa Ana Handball Club and its initiatives to grow the game of handball,” stated the WPH’s David Fink. “We are excited to help the Santa Ana Handball Club reach its ambitious goals and to introduce the game to the next generation of players.”

Photos courtesy of Gilbert Granado

About the Santa Ana Handball Club

The mission of the Santa Ana Handball Club is to connect with the youth through handball, introduce youngsters to the sport, spend quality time through coaching and training, provide opportunities for the youth to compete, and support their dreams and celebrate their achievements

Founder and Executive Director: Gilbert Granado

The Santa Ana Handball Club nonprofit was established in 2023

The Santa Ana Handball Club has hosted several junior clinics at El Salvador Park in Santa Ana and several youth tournaments at the same park.

Keep an eye out on juniorhandball.org, as new clinic opportunities and recaps pop up weekly. Want to coach a clinic or a junior handball program? Need more information regarding junior handball? The Junior WPH group spans multiple countries, continents and oceans with clinics happening daily. We can help! Contact WPH Development Director David Fink at david.fink@wphlive.tv

To enable Junior WPH to continue to host junior handball clinics and tournaments across North America with Certified WPH Coaches, the World Players of Handball invites you to make a tax-deductible donation today in supporting the growth of the game. 100% of the donations received by the WPH go towards junior handball development.  Donate on-line HERE or send your generous gifts through PayPal (HERE) or by mailing checks to: WPH, 3602 E Ft Lowell Rd, Tucson, Arizona, 85716.

Become a handball insider by enjoying never before seen videos, pro commentary, special awards, Sports Casts archives and new episodes, live broadcasts, and much more by supporting the WPH and inspiring the next generation of players through the WPH Patreon program.

Become a WPH Patreon HERE