Handball Modern version of a typical Irish sport introduced into the United States by Irish immigrants in the 19th century.
Handball players wear form-fitting gloves, usually made of soft leather.
The open palm or the clenched fist may be used in hitting the ball. Server is a awarded a point if the ball is missed by the receiver. If during the volley the server misses a return, the opponent, becomes the server. The achievement of 21 points wins a game. Usually the best of three games wins a match.