The commitment affects you

It is noticeable that the playoffs are just around the corner. The commitment was all over Heden when the last group matches were decided on Thursday. The concentration was particularly high, the shots harder and the defence tougher.

”Come on guys!”, ”Forward girls!” was a selection of encouraging words that were heard all over Heden on Thursday. Leaders and parents did their best to cheer on their teams to reach the A-playoffs – which starts tomorrow. As a spectator, it was impossible to escape the commitment!

To see guys and girls fight for every ball was fantastic. To stop fighting and surrender was not an option. No one stepped aside, everybody fought to the last sweat drop. It’s certainly tough to play handball… Although it was the third day of tough matches, no player showed signs of fatigue, impressive! But some leaders looked a little tired in the morning, which was not particularly surprising given the crazy Leaders Party last night…

If you have some spare time between the matches, take a look when the teams warm up, it’s a fascinating experience. I’ve realised that warm ups can be so much more than just run and pass the ball to each other. I have witnessed everything from synchronized dance routines to somersaults and songs. The creativity is endless.

Praise to the talented referees who judge with authority and often have a smile in their faces. They are perfect fair play role models.

I’m so looking forward to the playoffs! You too?

Text: Christian Hildén