Latvia — Handball

Handball in Latvia is a minor sport with a small but dedicated following. The SynotTip Virsliga features 12 clubs across 1 competitions.

Latvia's handball programme focuses on development and participation in European qualification campaigns, with the federation working to grow the sport's grassroots base.

Handball has been played in Latvia since the 1920s, with the Latvian Handball Federation founded in 1928. During the Soviet era, Latvian handball was part of the Soviet system.

After the restoration of independence in 1991, the Latvian Handball Federation was re-established, and Latvia began competing independently in international handball.

The Latvian Handball Federation governs handball in Latvia. Originally founded in 1928 and re-established after independence, it is a member of the EHF and IHF.

The Latvian Handball League is the top division of handball in Latvia. The Latvian Handball Cup provides additional competition. The league features a small number of clubs, reflecting the sport's niche status in the country.

Latvia's national handball team competes in European and World Championship qualification rounds. While the team has not qualified for major tournament finals, the federation continues to develop the sport domestically.