New regional handball academy opens in Batumi

The Handball Federation of Georgia has opened a new regional academy in Batumi, the third such facility in its nationwide development programme.

The centre will serve players aged 8–16 across the Adjara region and includes two indoor courts, a strength-and-conditioning suite and dedicated coaching staff.

“Talent exists everywhere in Georgia — our job is to give it somewhere to grow,” said the federation's development director.