What to buy for a handball tournament

A handball tournament needs more than balls and goals. You also need reliable scoring equipment, spare power, refreshments, cups, team identification and a few items that keep setup and match changes moving. Use the plan’s shopping list alongside your registrations: the number of teams, matches and volunteers determines most quantities. Buy or collect equipment early, then pick up fresh food and drinks close to the tournament day so nothing is missing when the sports hall opens.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 10
Chairsqty 80
Team tablesqty 8
Bar stoolsqty 4
Coat racksqty 4

Sports equipment

Handballsqty 12
Handball goalsqty 4
Goal netsqty 4
Conesqty 40
Marker discsqty 30
Training bibsqty 40
Whistlesqty 6
Stopwatchesqty 4
Scoreboardsqty 4
Game clocksqty 4
Team shirtsqty 80
Captain's armbandsqty 8
Pumpqty 2
Ball needlesqty 10
First aid kitsqty 2
Ice packsqty 12
Athletic tapeqty 8
Thermal labelsqty 4

Equipment

Laptopsqty 2
Tabletsqty 4
Mobile phonesqty 4
Printers
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
Portable speakersqty 2
Microphonesqty 2
Power banksqty 6

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 120
Coffee cupsqty 50
Platesqty 100
Cutlery setsqty 100
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving tongsqty 8
Thermos flasksqty 6

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Bread knivesqty 4
Kitchen knivesqty 4
Measuring cupsqty 2
Coolersqty 6
Ice containersqty 4

Decorations

Team flagsqty 8
Tournament banner
Directional signsqty 8
Prize tablecloth

Lighting

LED string lightsqty 4

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Mopsqty 4
Bucketsqty 4
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Cleaning clothsqty 20
Hand soap dispensersqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 4 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 12 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Sports drink - 36 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Sandwiches - 120 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- White rolls - 60 pieces
- Multigrain rolls - 60 pieces
- Young cheese - 4 kilos
- Back ham - 3 kilos
- Chicken breast topping - 3 kilos
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 2 kilo
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 3 jars
- Butter - 2 kilos
- Cucumber - 12 pieces
- Tomatoes - 4 kilos
- Lettuce - 8 heads
- Bell peppers - 3 kilos
- Carrots - 3 kilos
- Cherry tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Apples - 8 kilos
- Bananas - 8 kilos
- Grapes - 5 kilos
- Mandarins - 5 kilos
- Muesli bars - 100 pieces
- Currant buns - 60 pieces
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Popcorn - 6 bags
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Brownies - 100 pieces
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Yogurt dressing - 2 bottles
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 can
- Paprika powder - 1 can
- Italian herbs - 1 canister
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Vinegar - 1 bottle
- Lemon juice - 1 bottle
- Aluminum foil - 4 rolls
- Plastic wrap - 4 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 36 rolls
- Trash bags - 6 rolls
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant wipes - 6 packs
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Rubber gloves - 6 pairs
- Frozen ice - 20 kilos
- Coffee filters - 2 packs
- Stirrers - 300 pieces
- Paper straws - 200 pieces
- Herbal tea - 2 boxes
- Lactose-free milk - 2 liters
- Gluten-free sandwiches - 12 pieces
- Vegan toppings - 1 kilo
- Nut-free cookies - 4 packs

Tips

Count handballs before shopping and keep at least one pumped spare ball available for each playing field. Pack a pump and several ball needles; these are easy to overlook and can stop a match if they are missing.
Match your scoring setup to the number of courts running at once. Each active court needs a visible scoreboard or game clock, a stopwatch, a whistle and a scorekeeper with access to a laptop, tablet or phone.
Prepare one clearly labelled team area for every participating team, with team shirts or training bibs and captain’s armbands ready before the first match. Do not wait until teams arrive to sort them out.
Plan power from the hall outward: bring extension cords, power strips and fully charged power banks for every scoring or registration station, plus one spare charging option for the event desk.
Buy drinks and cups from the confirmed participant count, then add a small reserve for referees, first-aid staff and volunteers. Collect fresh produce shortly before the tournament and transport all food and equipment together in separate, labelled boxes.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a handball tournament?: For each active court, prepare handballs, goals with nets, cones or marker discs, whistles, a stopwatch and a scoring system. Also pack a pump, ball needles, training bibs, captain’s armbands and spare power equipment.
How many handballs do I need for a tournament?: Plan at least one match ball plus one spare for every playing field in use. Add extra training balls if teams warm up at the same time, and check all balls at least one day before the tournament.
How many cups and drinks should I buy for a handball tournament?: Base the order on the confirmed number of participants, referees and volunteers, then add a reserve of about 10 percent. Reusable cups and coffee cups should be counted separately so the refreshment table does not run short during the busiest break.
When should I buy supplies for a handball tournament?: Buy or collect durable equipment, team identification and electrical supplies at least one week beforehand. Purchase fresh produce and other perishable refreshments one day before the tournament, then check the complete load before leaving for the sports hall.

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