U13 regional handball tournament held at Rasadnik in Skopje
First U13 regional tournament in Skopje brought clubs together for competitive matches and player development.
On November 1, 2026, the Rasadnik sports hall in Skopje hosted the first regional handball tournament for younger pioneers (U13), organized by the Handball Federation of North Macedonia. Teams from across the Skopje region competed in a day of short matches aimed at gathering young players and giving them competitive experience.
The event unfolded in a positive, sportsmanlike atmosphere, with participants showing strong competitive spirit and plenty of camaraderie between matches. Coaches and club staff used the day to evaluate players and build teamwork ahead of the season.
"The Handball Federation of North Macedonia congratulates all participants for the fighting spirit, fair-play and sportsmanship shown, and expresses gratitude to the coaches, the clubs and everyone who contributed to the successful organization of the tournament.
In the coming period, similar tournaments will be organized in other regions across the country, with the aim of developing and promoting handball among the youngest categories," said the HFM.
Results from today's matches
- RK Alkaloid – RK Topka Aerodrom 15:20
- RK Prolet 62 – RK Topka Lisiche 20:03
- RK Makedonija Gjorche Petrov 2 – RK Topka Kisela Voda 03:18
- RK Alkaloid – RK Topka Lisiche 24:02
- RK Topka Aerodrom – RK Topka Kisela Voda 21:09
- RK Makedonija Gjorche Petrov 2 – RK Prolet 62 04:23
- RK Ilinden – RK Karposh 2 17:14
- RK Makedonija Gjorche Petrov 1 – RK Shampion 15:12
- RK Ilinden – RK Topka Karposh 1 17:13
- RK Topka Karposh 2 – RK Shampion 05:10
- RK Makedonija Gjorche Petrov 1 – RK Topka Karposh 1 17:09
Organizers noted that the tournament's primary goal was to give U13 players more playing time in competitive conditions, improve their match readiness and spot emerging talents. The Federation thanked all clubs, referees and volunteers involved in the smooth running of the day.
Similar regional tournaments are planned to follow in other parts of the country as part of a wider effort to strengthen grassroots handball and expand opportunities for children in the sport.
Photo: press material from the event
