Malta Handball Association

13/10/2026

🏆 MHA Players of the Week — Neil Gruppetta & Elizabeth Schiavone

Neil Gruppetta and Elizabeth Schiavone take this week’s Maltese Senior Player of the Week honours following their contributions to Saturday’s Premier League matches at the University Sports Hall.

🤾‍♂️ Neil Gruppetta — La Salle Leapmotor

Gruppetta led La Salle’s scoring with 10 goals, including eight from seven metres, in their 27–24 victory over Phoenix Gasan Mamo. La Salle established a 17–12 half-time advantage before Phoenix narrowed the gap after the break. Gruppetta’s goals accounted for more than a third of his team’s final tally, helping La Salle secure the win. He also received the match’s local MVP award.

🤾‍♀️ Elizabeth Schiavone — Phoenix Zen to Go

Schiavone scored nine goals as Phoenix overcame La Salle Metalco 29–26 in the Women’s Premier League. Phoenix held a narrow 14–12 lead at the interval and finished with a three-goal winning margin. Schiavone topped her team’s scoring, supported by Krisztina Kalla with eight goals and Daniela Mifsud with seven. Her contribution also earned her the local MVP award.

Both players made valuable scoring contributions in games settled by just three goals, earning recognition for their part in their teams’ success.

👏 Congratulations to Neil and Elizabeth!

12/10/2026

🤾‍♀️ MHA OFFICIALS DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR 2026 🤾‍♂️

Join us on 30–31 October 2026 for two days of learning, knowledge-sharing and professional development in handball officiating.

Featuring an international guest speaker, the seminar is open to current officials, referees, delegates, table officials and anyone interested in becoming involved in handball.

📲 Scan the QR code to register!

11/10/2026

Youth Handball Roundup – Sunday 11 October 2026

Three youth league matches at the University Sports Hall brought a close contest and two convincing wins.

In the U17 Boys’ League, Kavallieri edged Phoenix 40–38 after leading 16–15 at half-time. Miguel Ahmad Costa led Kavallieri with 12 goals, supported by Arthur Meli with eight. Phoenix’s Andrea Rodenas delivered an outstanding 22-goal performance and earned the Local MVP award, while Kavallieri’s Aleksander Sotirov was named Foreign MVP.

La Salle defeated Shooting Stars 36–23 in the other boys’ fixture. An 18–10 half-time advantage laid the foundation for their victory. Local MVP Matthias Mangion scored 12 goals, with James Douglas Zahra adding nine. Andre Galea led Shooting Stars with eight, followed by Elias Agius Livori with seven.

In the U17 Girls’ League, Phoenix EBHS Malta beat Kavallieri 27–14, building on a 14–5 half-time lead. Martha Demicoli and Mikaela Vella scored 11 goals apiece for Phoenix, while Maria Grech scored six for Kavallieri. Demicoli received the Local MVP award, with teammate Mara Hernandez Martin taking the Foreign MVP honour.

10/10/2026

09/10/2026

👀 Take a look at this weekend’s fixtures as the teams gear up for another round of action on the court!

Best of luck to all teams! 💪🔥

29/09/2026

The Malta Handball Association would like to congratulate our newly appointed Chief Match Officiating Officer, Ms Marylyn Agius, on her recent appointment by the European Handball Federation as a delegate for the EURO Cup Finals.

Marylyn was entrusted with officiating duties at the highest level of European handball, serving as delegate for the semi-final between Norway and Hungary and the final between Norway and Denmark. This prestigious appointment represents another important milestone in her international career and provides invaluable experience ahead of the Women’s EHF EURO in December.

We are proud to see Maltese handball represented on such an important European stage and wish Marilyn continued success in her upcoming international appointments. 🇲🇹🤾‍♀️👏

28/09/2026

🤾 DAY 2 OF THE MHA PRE-SEASON TOURNAMENT! 🔥

Another great day of handball as Day 2 of the MHA Pre-Season Tournament brought more action, intensity and competitive matches to the court.

A big WELL DONE to all the players, coaches, officials, volunteers and everyone involved in making the tournament a success. 👏

A fantastic way to prepare for the new season and showcase Maltese handball! 🇲🇹🤾

27/09/2026

🏆 DOUBLE SUCCESS FOR PHOENIX!

Congratulations to both Phoenix Handball Club l teams, Men and Women, on completing a fantastic double by winning the MHA Pre-Season Tournament! 👏🤾

Congratulations also to all the participating teams for a great weekend and an excellent showcase of Maltese handball as preparations for the new season come to an end.

With the Pre-Season Tournament now concluded, attention turns to the real thing! 🔥

We now look forward to the official leagues throwing off next weekend and wish all clubs, players, coaches and officials the very best for the season ahead.

See you on court! 🤾‍♂️🤾‍♀️

22/09/2026

🤾‍♂️🏆 MHA PRESEASON TOURNAMENT PLAYOFFS 🏆🤾‍♀️

After a handball packed opening weekend, the stage is now set for the MHA Preseason Tournament Playoffs!

The final schedule is confirmed, with another exciting weekend of handball ahead as our teams battle it out for the final positions. 🔥

Good luck to all clubs, players, coaches and officials involved. Let’s make it another great weekend of Maltese handball!

See you on court! 🇲🇹🤾‍♂️🤾‍♀️

21/09/2026

🤾‍♂️ Season 2026/27 is underway!

A fantastic first weekend of handball action. Well done to all players, coaches and officials involved in getting the season off to a great start.

Here’s to a promising season ahead! 🔥🤾‍♀️