Friendly match of female handball between the HBF Arvor 29 and the national team of China .

On March 23rd, in the hall of the Jean Guéguéniat sports centre, the club of Brest,  HBF Arvor 29 received the national female team of China. They last came to France for an 8 day course and some friendly matches.

The score was tight. Although the girls of the Arvor 29 had dominated at the beginning of the game, at the break, the Chinese team was ahead: 17-16. During the first 15 minutes of the 2nd half,  the Chinese had missed several goals because of the efficiency of the two Arvor keepers, but the wind turned in favor of the oriental team and the Chinese attack became more efficient. The match ended with a score of 32-34.

The Chinese team came to France for 8 days to prepare for the world championship which will take place in China at the end of the year. After 3 matches in Toulouse, the girls went to Brest. They have another 2 matches to play in le Havre whilst in France.

Reception organized by Brest municipal government

Photo with the mayor

 During the match