Alpla HC Hard
- Alias
- Hard
- Leagues Played
- Austria HLA 302 Austria Cup 24 European League Qualification 12 EHF Cup Qualification 11 European League 10 Austria Super Cup 7 Club Friendlies 4 Champions League Qualification 4 Champions League 2 EHF Cup 1
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- Related Teams
- Alpla HC Hard U20 Alpla HC Hard II
Wikipedia - Alpla HC Hard
Alpla HC Hard is a handball club from Hard, Austria. They currently compete in the Handball Liga Austria.
History
In 1986, the handball division was separated from the ATSV Hard club, and subsequently the independent club HC 86 Hard was founded. Under the guidance of coach Zoltán Balogh, HC Hard reached the Austrian top flight in the 1997/98 season. In the 2002/03 season, HC Hard won the Austrian Championship for the first time under the guidance of coach Frank Bergemann. In the 2004/05 season, the club won its first victory in the Austrian Cup. The club moved to its new home in the Sporthalle am See in 2005. The club won the championship 7 times in total (2003, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2021), the cup 4 times (2005, 2008, 2014, 2018) and the Super Cup 5 times (2012, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021). In 2007/08, HC Hard reached the final of the EHF Challenge Cup, but won the final against Romanian UCM Sport Reșița with a score of 54:47 on aggregate.
Known for their strong team spirit and competitive edge, Alpla HC Hard is a force to be reckoned with on the handball court. The team is known for their fast-paced and dynamic style of play, with a focus on quick transitions and aggressive defense.
The players of Alpla HC Hard are highly skilled and dedicated athletes, who train rigorously to maintain their competitive edge. With a passionate fan base and a history of success, Alpla HC Hard is a respected and formidable team in Austrian handball.