Schweikardt on youth training: "This kills talent
DHB youth training president Michael Schweikardt emphasized the need to create more opportunities for young players in professional handball.
Schweikardt on youth training: "This kills talent
According to Newsfeed.
Context
Schweikardt emphasized that German handball needs to combine maintaining traditional values and innovation in training methods for sustainable development. He believes that if current problems are improved, German handball will be able to develop stronger in the future.
Why this is important
Michael Schweikardt, president of youth training at DHB, emphasized that developing young talent in handball is crucial for the future of the sport in Germany. Although youth teams have had some success, the lack of opportunities for young players in the first team can reduce their development potential.
Main point
- Schweikardt on youth training: "This kills talent.
- DHB youth training president, Michael Schweikardt, emphasized the need to create more opportunities for young players in professional handball.
- Schweikardt über Anschlussförderung: "Das killt irgendwo unsere Talente".
In recent times, German youth teams have achieved many successes in international tournaments, however, Michael Schweikardt, head of youth training at the German Handball Federation (DHB), still sees the need to improve the development of young talent. Schweikardt said that although there is a lot of potential in youth teams, bringing young players into the main squad still faces many obstacles.
He emphasized that there needs to be more courage in giving young players the opportunity to play in professional leagues, especially in the 2. Bundesliga, which is considered an ideal environment to develop and practice skills. "We need to be more bold in believing in young players. They are the future of German handball," Schweikardt shared.
One of the main issues he mentioned was the way clubs are managing and developing young talent. According to him, many talented players miss out on opportunities due to lack of experience playing at higher levels. Schweikardt urged clubs to focus more on developing young talents and creating clear pathways for them.
Schweikardt also emphasized that, in order to develop sustainably, German handball needs to combine maintaining traditional values and innovation in training approaches. This not only helps develop football skills but also builds a good support system for young players, thereby helping them become more confident when entering the professional playing environment.
With the successes achieved in recent times, Schweikardt believes that if current problems can be improved, German handball will have a brighter future with many young talents discovered and developed.
What happens next
Schweikardt called on clubs to be more bold in bringing young players to play in professional tournaments, especially the 2. Bundesliga. He also hopes that clubs will pay more attention to building development roadmaps for young talents, thereby creating a solid support system for them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Schweikardt say about youth training?
Schweikardt emphasized the need to improve the development of young talent and called on clubs to focus more on developing young talent.
Why does Schweikardt emphasize the need to improve youth training?
He believes that many talented players miss out on opportunities due to lack of experience playing at higher levels.
Who confirmed the problems in the youth training of German handball?
Michael Schweikardt, head of youth training at the German Handball Federation (DHB), confirmed these problems.
Why is this time important for developing young talent?
This moment is important because German handball has achieved many successes in international tournaments, but still needs improvement for more sustainable development.
What changes are proposed to improve youth training?
Schweikardt suggested that there should be more courage in giving young players the opportunity to play in professional tournaments, especially in the 2. Bundesliga.