On the bench of a handball match, you often see the same bottle, the same resin pot and the same black trolley: those of Kempa, a brand that dedicates its entire range to handball, from under-shirts to pumps.
Technical clothing, luggage and small equipment, for the player, the female player and the club.
The technical base layer Attitude Pro blends polyester, polyamide and elastane in a structured fabric that helps regulate temperature. It has a fitted cut, with no side seams, and features short raglan sleeves. It's available in men's and women's versions, in black and blue or blue and white, from XS/S to XL/2XL.
The Kempa Trolley comes in sizes M, L, and XL. The zipped side pocket keeps small items secure, while the L and XL models add a second large pocket, and the XL has an aluminium telescopic handle, a lower pouch, and quieter wheels. The K-Line sports bag, the Pro backpack with an exterior ball net, the bag for twelve balls and the wheeled Team suitcase complete the range.
The Kempa resin, available in 200ml or 500ml pots, enhances grip during training and matches, where the hall allows it. The dual-action pump inflates on both the push and pull of the piston, and the white bottle fits into the bench’s basket. Sponge wristbands and headbands complete the outfit.
Kempa also outfits players underneath their kit, with compression shorts and tights. The reinforced bandage knee pads, sold in pairs, and elbow pads protect players who go to the floor.
Kempa is the brand that uhlsport, a manufacturer based in Balingen, dedicates to handball. It is named after Bernhard Kempa, a former player and coach from Germany. Its accessories follow the logic of indoor play.
For luggage, also check out Hummel and its Core 2.0 bags. The Six Wings line from Erima is aimed at players on the move. For resin and compression, Select offers its Profcare range.
The Kempa end-of-line items can be found on the clearance by brand page. Clubs can find dedicated offers in the clubs area, and sales can be seen on the sales by brand page.
It should fit snugly: take your usual size from the Kempa guide. Sizes are dual, from XS/S to XL/2XL, which gives a bit of leeway.
First, rub dry with a cloth, then use a hand cleaning cream or a greasy soap. Water alone is not enough for traditional resin.
The M is enough for a player for a weekend. The L or XL is suitable for team equipment or for a player taking multiple kits.
A ball pump uses a fine needle, which should be moistened before slipping into the valve. Check the product page to see if it is included and always keep a spare needle handy.
Yes, some of the range is available in junior sizes. Filter the page by age to see only those items, then check the Kempa size guide.