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Handball in Panama began to be practiced between the late 80s and early 90s thanks to the interest of a group of educators. Among them were Professor Mercedes Víctor from the “Club Pioneros del Balonmano” and Professor Ivaldo Dlliser from the “Club Atlético de Balonmano”. 

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Handball in Panama began to be practiced between the late 80s and early 90s thanks to the interest of a group of educators. Among them were Professor Mercedes Víctor from the “Club Pioneros del Balonmano” and Professor Ivaldo Dlliser from the “Club Atlético de Balonmano”. 

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In 1993, the Panamanian Handball Organization (Opabal) was founded, a non-profit organization in charge of promoting and developing the sport in the country.

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In 1993, the Panamanian Handball Organization (Opabal) was founded, a non-profit organization in charge of promoting and developing the sport in the country.

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Over the years, handball has faced challenges, but has managed to remain active in several provinces, such as Colón, Coclé, Panamá, Veraguas, Chiriquí and Herrera. 

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Over the years, handball has faced challenges, but has managed to remain active in several provinces, such as Colón, Coclé, Panamá, Veraguas, Chiriquí and Herrera. 

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Currently, there are teams in cadet, youth, junior and senior categories, for both men and women.

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Currently, there are teams in cadet, youth, junior and senior categories, for both men and women.

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Ball games with the hands were played in ancient Greece and Rome.

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The modern version of handball began to develop in Denmark and Germany.

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First international game between Germany and Austria.

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The International Handball Regulations are established.

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Foundation of the International Amateur Handball Federation (later the International Handball Federation, IHF).

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Participation in the Berlin Olympic Games (11-player handball).

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First Men's World Championship organized by the IHF.

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Recognized as an Olympic sport in its 7-player modality.

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Official debut at the Munich Olympic Games (men's).

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Official debut at the Montreal Olympic Games (women).

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Today, handball is a popular sport in many countries, especially in Europe, and continues to grow in popularity in other regions of the world.