Venue: Lasos Sporticrubi Sendai, Seiwa Gakuen Junior College Gymnasium
Organizer: Lasos Sporticrubi Sendai | Co-sponsor: Miyagi Sports Association
Participants: 48 (40 players, 4 observers, 4 instructors)
Street Handball activists from Hakodate collaborated with Lasos Sporticrubi Sendai, led by Mr. Tadashi Saito, to host the first street handball trial session in Sendai. Participants included students and soccer players.
The event received positive feedback from key stakeholders, including Miyagi sports officials and a city council member from Akita, who expressed interest in promoting street handball in their areas.
Workshops for match instructor certification and refereeing were also held, introducing SH principles and rules. Participants found the sessions engaging and enjoyable, marking a successful step in spreading street handball in Miyagi Prefecture.
Impressions of the Sendai Expedition:
Daisuke Yamauchi, SHJ Secretary General
The Sendai expedition marked the first step in introducing street handball to a new region. Thanks to Mr. Saito and his team, children and adults alike enjoyed the experience, discovering the sport’s core values. Sustaining these activities will require ongoing support, and we remain committed to aiding Sendai’s efforts.
Tomohiro Natani, SHJ Hokkaido Branch Director
The Sendai trip was an enriching experience filled with learning, play, and collaboration. My heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in organizing this event.
Kimiko Watanabe, Comprehensive Tidal Sports Club Promotion Committee
It was inspiring to see children and adults quickly grasp and enjoy street handball, showcasing its universal appeal.
Tadashi Saito, Lasos Sporticrubi Sendai President
Street handball reminded us that sports are meant to be fun. Feedback from participants highlighted its appeal as both an enjoyable game and a great warm-up for soccer. Looking ahead, we aim to expand the program and involve parents in regular sessions.
SHJ Representative Director Hiroyuki Watanabe
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