At the Saint-Maixent-l’École handball club chaired by Charles Mousnier, educators are attentive to respecting the values that sport can transmit. “ It is a team sport where we share, exchange, and where the spirit of cohesion is important. This allows us to accept frustration and failure. ».
One of the players experienced this. A member for three years, his beginnings were a little complicated. “ I had trouble expressing myself, having friends. Handball helped me feel better and integrate more easily. I manage my emotions better too. “, says Nolan, 11, who never misses a practice. The coaches do their best to make the kids want to come every week. “ It is a small, local family club where we want young people to feel good while imposing a framework. »
This season, they were able to have official matches with other clubs. This is beneficial for everyone, they measure themselves against others, become aware of the level required and improve “. The Saint-Maixentais Handball Club will return to the Cavaillès hall at the start of the school year in September, it will still welcome young people aged 6 and over. One of the three coaches is currently preparing for a specialist certificate. The club will provide all the information for possible registration during the association forum organized by the city.
