Passing and shooting accuracy in handball among Makassar city athletes

¹ Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Sports and Health Sciences, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Makassar, Indonesia
² Department of Physical Education, STKIP YPUP Makassar, Makassar, Indonesia

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Abstract

This study discusses passing and shooting, two key skills that determine the effectiveness of attacks and goal-scoring opportunities in handball. This study aims to (1) map the level of passing and shooting accuracy in handball athletes in Makassar City, (2) compare the accuracy profiles of both. The research method used is descriptive quantitative with 20 active athletes as a sample. Measurements using the Passing Accuracy Test and Shooting Accuracy Test refer to the IHF coaching guidelines and the "Teaching Handball" (IHF) textbook which contains standard dimensions, targets, and drill organization. The results show an average passing accuracy of 78.5% (good category) and shooting 69.2% (sufficient category). This pattern is consistent with the performance analysis literature which reports that winning teams generally have higher shooting efficiency and that shooting requires a more complex integration of biomechanical, tactical, and decision-making demands under pressure than passing. Practical recommendations include progressing pressure shooting training, varying shooting angles/positions, specific reinforcement, and integrating simple analytics (shot charts and pass maps) for daily feedback.