[Handball Spring Nationals] The 21st Spring National Junior High School Handball Championship Tournament [Final Day Results]
GHR (Boys) and Tsurugi Junior High School (Girls) won the Spring National Junior High School Handball Championship Tournament.
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We are pleased to announce the results of the final day of the "21st Spring National Junior High School Handball Championship Tournament," which opened on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, and concluded on Sunday, March 29.
The final day of the tournament (4th day) featured the semi-finals and finals for both men's and women's divisions.
In the men's division, Ryukyu Corazon U-15 (Okinawa), who overcame Kyushu rivals Aira Sports Club (Kagoshima), and GHR (Gunma), who defeated HC Kyoto (Kyoto), advanced to the final.
The final match, where both teams vied for their first championship, saw GHR seize the momentum from the start, taking a commanding 19-3 lead in the first half alone. Leveraging that lead, GHR proceeded with the game at ease in the second half, clinching their first championship.
In the women's division, Tsurugi Junior High School (Kumamoto), who pulled away from Kawasaki Ikuta AND VAL (Kanagawa) in the second half, and HC Kyoto (Kyoto), who won an overtime match against HC Haruyoshi Jr. (Fukuoka), advanced to the final.
In the final, Tsurugi Junior High School utilized their characteristic mobility and fast breaks from defense to gain an advantage from the early stages. They did not give HC Kyoto any chance to catch up in the second half, winning decisively 41-23. Tsurugi Junior High School achieved their second consecutive championship (second overall).
For detailed match results, please visit the Match Schedule & Results page.
■ Tournament Period: March 26 (Thu) - 29 (Sun)
■ Venue: Fureai Sports Center, Himi High School First Gymnasium, Himi Nanbu Junior High School Gymnasium
■ Streaming Information: All matches will be streamed on the Douga Jidai! Official YouTube Channel. [Playlist]
FAQ
What is the "Spring National Junior High School Handball Championship Tournament"?
The Spring National Junior High School Handball Championship Tournament is an annual event that determines the top junior high school handball teams in Japan.
Who won the men's and women's championships in the 21st tournament?
In the 21st tournament, GHR (Gunma) won the men's championship, and Tsurugi Junior High School (Kumamoto) won the women's championship.
When and where was the 21st tournament held?
The tournament was held from March 26 to March 29, 2026, in Himi City, Toyama Prefecture, at venues including Fureai Sports Center, Himi High School First Gymnasium, and Himi Nanbu Junior High School Gymnasium.
Where can I find detailed results of the matches?
Detailed match results can be found on the official handball association's website via the provided link to the "Match Schedule & Results page".
Were the matches broadcast or streamed?
Yes, all matches were streamed live on the "Douga Jidai! Official YouTube Channel".
Did any team achieve a repeat victory?
Yes, Tsurugi Junior High School (Kumamoto) achieved their second consecutive championship in the women's division.