Supporter handball balls

Supporter ball or match ball: the real difference

The match ball, like the Ultimate from Select, focuses on the exact feel of competition: thin outer layer, careful construction, resin play. It wears out quickly if used in every session. The supporter ball takes the design for everyday use and is more forgiving. For a young fan or casual player, it’s often the best choice.

By competition: LNH, LFH, EHF, clubs and major tournaments

• The LNH balls feature the colours of the French men's championship.
• The LFH balls represent the French women's championship.
• The EHF balls bring together the Champions League and the European League.
• The club balls carry the colours of teams like PSG.
• The balls for the European and World Cup championships accompany the major selection tournaments.

Balls in the colours of the FFHB signed Molten

Molten produces several balls in the colours of the French Handball Federation. The HX5001, a blue, white and red competition ball, is available in size 2 and size 3, and the HA5000 complements the match ball category. The HX3400 and HA1800 are used for training. The D60 and D60 Pro, in white, blue and gold, are also available for venues without resin.

Giving a match ball to a fan

A ball in the colours of the championship a player follows makes a gift that is kept and played with. Choose the size based on the person: size 3 for a man from age 16, size 2 for a woman from age 14 or a boy aged 12 to 16, size 1 for younger children. For a collector, the match ball makes a nice item to get signed.

Supporter pack versions for clubs

The supporter versions of the LNH and Champions League can also be bought in packs of three, five or ten, like some match balls. A club can equip its sessions with the ball of its championship, without wearing out the balls reserved for matches. For other formats, the ball pack page gathers all the options.

Select and Molten, the two brands on the page

• Select provides the Ultimate for the EHF Champions League and offers its Ultimate range for the LNH, LFH, European League and clubs, in both match and supporter versions.
• Molten, supplier of the official IHF ball, signs the balls in the colours of the FFHB.

Discounted competition balls

Current discounts can be found in the special ball offers. At the end of autumn, check the Black Friday ball, then the Christmas special offers for a gift, and the ball sales.

Frequently asked questions

Can a supporter version be used in a match?

In a friendly match or for casual play, no problem. In official competition, it’s the league or committee rules that determine the ball used: check with your club.

How to distinguish a match ball from a supporter version?

Both have the same design. Read the specifications: the match ball is described as a competition ball, often hand-stitched and made for resin, while the supporter version is intended for training and free play.

Can you get a competition ball signed?

Yes, a permanent marker works well on the surface. Allow it to dry before handling the ball, and keep it out of the sun so the signature doesn't fade.

Is a supporter version played with resin?

Most can be used with or without resin, depending on the specification of the model. This is one of its advantages for use in the garden or in a venue that prohibits glue.

What size for a child fan of the LNH?

The LNH ball is mostly offered in adult game size. For a young child, check the size on the specifications: if they play in size 1, the ball will likely be more of a collector's item.