Handball originated as an outdoor field sport in the 19th century and saw its first international game in 1925. It is a team sport played by two teams of seven players across two 30-minute periods on an indoor court measuring 20 by 40 meters. Players aim to score goals by passing the ball and dribbling up to three steps before shooting, while not being allowed to pull or touch the ball below the knee. The game involves many attacks between players.