New coach for Gladbecker states: "Requisite for success is a skilled team; the prodigy must be taught accordingly"
TV Gladbeck's handball team is gearing up for an exciting 2025/2026 season, following their promotion to the Bezirksliga. André Bolte, a coach known for his passion for challenges and nurturing young talent, has been appointed as the new coach for the team.
Bolte, who lives in Haltern, is no stranger to the Westphalian handball scene, having been involved in various roles at the Handballkreis Industrie and the Westphalian association. He was attracted to the coaching position at TV Gladbeck due to JSG ELE's prominence in the area and Westphalia.
The new coach emphasizes the importance of hard work for the young players, as they prepare to face real men's teams in the Bezirksliga. Bolte believes that the young players need to learn physical toughness and how to deal with setbacks, as they may encounter tough opponents with experienced central blocks.
The coaching job at TV Gladbeck is a significant challenge, as Bolte will be tasked with integrating well-trained talents from JSG ELE's A-juniors into the team and preparing them for men's handball. Training sessions for the team will be held twice a week, each lasting 2.5 hours.
TV Gladbeck has been preparing for the new season for over six weeks, and the first matchday for the team is against HSG Hattingen-Sprockhövel II. The team has agreed to reschedule matches due to hall problems in other cities, prioritizing playing opportunities for young players.
Despite the challenges ahead, Bolte is confident about the team's potential. The Blues aim to avoid relegation and win every game, with a focus on developing young talents. As the team enters the Bezirksliga, there is optimism and a drive to build a stable and competitive handball squad in the near future, including engagement with youth and community programs.
As the new season approaches, fans and supporters of TV Gladbeck can look forward to seeing the team's progress under the guidance of André Bolte. The team's hard work, dedication, and passion for the game are sure to make for an exciting and competitive season in the Bezirksliga.
André Bolte, with his keen interest in sports, expresses a particular enthusiasm for football too, apart from his dedication to handball. In the break between training sessions, team members might engage in friendly football matches to foster camaraderie and improve their overall fitness.
