INVITATION TO AN INFORMATION SESSION ON THE NEW REGULATIONS AND THE BELGIAN DEVELOPMENT PLAN
16th July 2026
Handball Belgium
The Royal Belgian Handball Union (RBHU) invites clubs and interested individuals to an information session on the new regulations and the Belgian Development Plan
In preparation for the 2026-2027 season, the RBHU will publish its new regulations. In addition to several technical adjustments, these also include a number of significant substantive changes. Furthermore, a Belgian Development Plan for national clubs has been developed and will be implemented gradually over the coming years.
To present these changes and the vision behind them, the RBHU is organizing an information session on Saturday, August 29, 2026. This session is primarily intended for national clubs, but all interested individuals are also welcome.
On the agenda
Legal structure reform
· A completely revised legal framework and standardized procedures within Belgian handball.
· New jurisdictional bodies and key regulatory changes.
Belgian Development Plan for national clubs
· Vision and objectives of the development plan.
· Role and operation of the National Development Board (NDB).
· Gradual implementation of development criteria, particularly regarding:
· Youth training;
· Coach qualifications;
· Development of Belgian players;
· Professionalization of club operations.
· Livestreaming and Sportway.
· Infrastructure and accreditation requirements.
· Implementation schedule, transitional measures, and phased rollout.
Following the presentation, time will be allotted for questions and discussions with participants regarding the implementation of the development plan.
Practical Information
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
Location: Olympia Hasselt
The information session will take place before the 2026 Belgian Super Cup, which will be held at the Sporthal Alverberg.
Registration
Participation is free, but prior registration is required.
Please confirm your participation via the online form.
We hope to see many of you on August 29th in Hasselt and look forward to discussing the future of Belgian handball with you.
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