Handball Tournament Shopping List

A handball tournament needs more than match balls and a scoreboard. You will also need spare equipment, table supplies, power for announcements and music, and practical items for injuries and changing areas. Check quantities against the number of teams, courts and volunteers before shopping. This list helps you prepare everything from size 2 and size 3 handballs to cups, extension cords, ice packs and rechargeable batteries, so missing items do not disrupt the schedule.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 40
Changing room benchesqty 8
Clothes racksqty 4
Bollardsqty 12

Sports equipment

Handballs size 2qty 8
Handballs size 3qty 8
Spare handballsqty 4
Conesqty 24
Marker discsqty 20
Training bibsqty 20
Whistlesqty 6
Scoreboardsqty 2
Team towelsqty 8
Ball pumpqty 2
Pump needleqty 6
Athletic tapeqty 12
Ice packsqty 12
Spare vestsqty 12
First aid kit
Disposable cold packsqty 12
Reflective vestsqty 8

Equipment

Bluetooth speakerqty 2
Wireless microphone
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Rechargeable batteriesqty 12
Power banksqty 2

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 180
Platesqty 120
Knivesqty 120
Forksqty 120
Spoonsqty 80
Coffee cupsqty 80
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving tongsqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 6
Water jugsqty 8

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Bread knivesqty 3
Measuring cupsqty 2
Coolersqty 4
Ice cube traysqty 4
Aluminum foilqty 2
Food storage containersqty 12

Decorations

Balloonsqty 100
Balloon ribbonqty 2
Buntingqty 8
Team table signsqty 8
Welcome sign
Prize tablecloth
Tableclothsqty 8

Cleaning

Broomqty 2
Dustpan and brushqty 2
Mopsqty 3
Bucketsqty 3
Spongesqty 8
Rubber glovesqty 6
Waste binsqty 8
Paper towel dispenserqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 kilos
- Tea - 120 bags
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Sweetener - 1 box
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Cola - 12 liters
- Cola Zero - 12 liters
- Orange soda - 8 liters
- Iced tea - 8 liters
- Spa Blauw - 48 liters
- Spa Rood - 12 liters
- Sports drink - 24 liters
- Apple juice - 6 liters
- Orange juice - 6 liters
- Lemons - 2 kilos
- Apples - 8 kilos
- Bananas - 6 kilos
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Mandarins - 4 kilo
- Cucumbers - 5 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Carrots - 3 kilos
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Tortilla chips - 6 bags
- Snacks - 6 bags
- Muesli bars - 120 pieces
- Sugar waffles - 80 pieces
- Currant buns - 60 pieces
- Whole wheat bread - 12 loaves
- White bread - 8 loaves
- Mini pistolets - 120 pieces
- Mini wraps - 80 pieces
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Chicken breast slices - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 1,5 kilo
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Croquettes - 80 pieces
- Vegetarian croquettes - 30 pieces
- Mini frikandellen - 80 pieces
- Vegetarian snacks - 30 pieces
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Curry - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Sambal - 1 jar
- Peanut sauce - 2 liters
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 can
- Paprika powder - 1 can
- Italian herbs - 1 canister
- Olive oil - 1 liter
- Butter - 1 kilo
- Coffee milk - 2 bottles
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Cupcakes - 80 pieces
- Ice cubes - 12 kilo
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Paper straws - 200 pieces
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Plastic bags - 2 boxes
- Trash bags - 80 pcs
- Dishwasher tablets - 40 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 1 bottle
- Disinfectant spray - 2 bottles
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Toilet paper - 36 rolls
- Paper towels - 8 packs
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Bandages - 2 boxes
- Sports tape - 6 rolls
- Ice lollies - 100 pieces
- Chocolate bars - 80 pieces
- Cocktail sticks - 2 boxes

Tips

Plan at least one match ball per court, plus spare handballs ready at the scorer’s table. Confirm whether your age groups use size 2 or size 3 balls before buying or collecting them.
Prepare one scorer’s table with a scoreboard, whistles and printed competition forms for each active court. Add spare pens and paper even if they are not part of the standard equipment list.
Keep ice packs, athletic tape and spare vests courtside rather than in a storage room. These are often needed during a match, and retrieving them can delay the next fixture.
Count power sockets before bringing the Bluetooth speaker and wireless microphone. Take extension cords, power strips, rechargeable batteries and power banks so announcements and music do not depend on one outlet.
Buy or collect refreshments according to the confirmed team and volunteer count, not the invitation list. Reusable cups, plates, knives, forks and spoons should be available at the serving area before the first teams arrive.

Frequently asked questions

How many handballs do I need for a handball tournament?: Start with one match ball per court and keep at least 2 spare handballs available for the tournament. Add more if several matches run at the same time or teams need separate warm-up balls.
What equipment is needed at the handball scorer’s table?: Prepare a scoreboard, whistles, competition forms, team assignments and writing supplies for each active court. Set up the table at least 30 minutes before the first match so staff can test the scoring process.
How many cups and plates should I buy for a handball tournament?: Count every registered player, referee and volunteer, then allow at least 2 reusable cups per person and 1 plate per person for a meal or snack. Add a 10% buffer if people will stay throughout the day.
When should I check the handball tournament shopping list?: Do the first full equipment check 7 days before the tournament and complete shopping or collection at least 2 days beforehand. Recheck balls, pump needles, batteries, power cables and first-aid items on the morning of the event.

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