HUNGARIAN BALL HOCKEY UNDER NEW LEADERSHIP

A New Vision for the Development of 3x3 Ball Hockey in Hungary

Hungarian ball hockey is entering a new chapter, with a renewed leadership team and an ambitious vision for the future development of the sport, particularly in the fast-growing 3x3 discipline.

The development of 3x3 ball hockey in Hungary will be led by three dedicated individuals: Zalan Karacsony, Péter Csernak and Zoltán Jozsef Szarvas. Their mission is to establish a stronger foundation for the sport, expand its geographical presence and create new opportunities for players of all ages.

Building a New 3x3 Infrastructure

One of the team’s main priorities is the gradual construction and development of dedicated 3x3 ball hockey facilities.

The initial development plan focuses on three strategic locations:

• Győr, Hungary – establishing a new centre for local ball hockey activities and youth development.
• Budapest, Hungary – expanding the sport’s presence in the Hungarian capital and creating opportunities for new clubs and players.
• The Gabčíkovo region, Slovakia – developing a 3x3 facility serving the Hungarian community in Slovakia and strengthening cross-border sporting cooperation.

These facilities are expected to become important centres for training, local competitions, youth programmes and international sporting activities.

Preparing the Hungarian National Team for Zlín 2027

Another important priority is the formation and preparation of the Hungarian national team for the WBDHF World 3x3 Ball Hockey Championships 2027 in Zlín, Czech Republic.

The new leadership has already started working on building a competitive national squad capable of representing Hungary at the international level.

The objective is not simply to participate, but to create a sustainable national programme that will allow Hungarian players to gain international experience and progressively improve their competitive standards.

A Long-Term Development Strategy

Beyond infrastructure and national team preparation, the new leadership aims to establish several additional development programmes:

1. Youth Development

Introducing 3x3 ball hockey to schools, sports clubs and youth organisations. The objective is to attract a new generation of players and create a clear pathway from grassroots participation to national representation.

2. Regional Club Development

Supporting the establishment of new local clubs and encouraging existing sporting organisations to introduce 3x3 ball hockey as an additional sporting activity.

3. National League and Tournament Structure

Developing a regular Hungarian 3x3 competition calendar, including regional tournaments, national championships and qualification events for international competitions.

4. International Cooperation

Strengthening cooperation with neighbouring countries, particularly Slovakia and the Czech Republic, through friendly tournaments, joint training camps and exchange programmes.

5. Coaching and Referee Education

Creating opportunities for coaches, referees and technical personnel to improve their qualifications and gain experience in accordance with WBDHF international standards.

6. Women’s Ball Hockey

Encouraging greater participation by women and girls, with the long-term ambition of developing a competitive women’s national team.

7. Promotion and Visibility

Building a stronger media and promotional presence through social media, local partnerships, sporting events and cooperation with municipalities, schools and sponsors.

A New Opportunity for Hungarian Ball Hockey

The development of 3x3 ball hockey offers Hungary an opportunity to build a modern, accessible and internationally connected sporting structure.

The planned facilities in Győr, Budapest and the Gabčíkovo region could become the starting point for a broader regional development network, bringing together Hungarian and Slovak communities through sport.

The World Championships in Zlín in 2027 will represent an important milestone and the first major international target for the new Hungarian development programme.

WBDHF welcomes this new initiative and looks forward to supporting the development of Hungarian 3x3 ball hockey through international cooperation, sporting expertise and a shared commitment to the future of the game.

A new chapter is beginning for Hungarian ball hockey — with new leadership, new infrastructure ambitions and a clear vision for the future.