Shooting efficiency in handball is goals divided by shots attempted. It varies significantly by position: wings and pivots shooting from close range exceed 70%, while back-court players taking longer shots over the defence convert 45-55%. Elite teams average 60-65% overall. Shooting efficiency, combined with the goalkeeper’s save percentage, is among the strongest predictors of handball match outcomes — a team that shoots efficiently while their keeper saves 30%+ has a major advantage.
Key points
- Goals / shots attempted
- Wings and pivots: 70%+ (close range)
- Back-court: 45-55% (long range)
- Elite team average: 60-65%
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