More than a thousand athletes from eight nations are set to participate in the Torrellano Cup, a landmark handball event at the Isabel Fernandez Sports Center. The competition runs from July 12 to July 16, bringing together clubs and players from around the world. The announcement came from José Navarro, a sport-focused member of parliament, who was accompanied by Jesús Ginés Antón Candela, president of Torrellano Handball Club.
Behind the organization lies a robust program designed to attract teams through a comprehensive schedule. A total of 112 teams from countries including Algeria, Bulgaria, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Spain, Israel, Portugal, and Taiwan will compete. The tournament covers all age groups from prebenjamín up to seniors, with both men’s and women’s divisions offering competitive play.
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The opening ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, July 12 at 21:30 on the football field of the sports center. Players will parade to introduce the event, and the awards ceremony will conclude on Sunday, July 16, with prizes presented on the main stage and in the fan zone. Torrellano Handball Club leadership notes that the tournament is returning to pre-pandemic levels and that there is keen interest in future editions.
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Teams from outside the province, the region, and international guests will be hosted in hotels across Santa Pola and Alicante. Organizers anticipate a fully populated event poster and broad regional participation, reflecting the widespread appeal of the Torrellano Cup.
Free time
Alongside the matches, the event offers a rich leisure program. The Torrellano Cup Market, Food Trucks, and a fan zone lineup span the five days, including concerts and activities for children. A traditional large seafood rice dish is scheduled for 14:00 on the 15th. City council officials note that in 2022 this tournament stood out as one of three international events that remained active in Europe after the pandemic.
Officials emphasize that the Torrellano Cup is among the most important and widely recognized competitions on both the national and international stages. It highlights Elche’s prominence and elevates the Torrellano area within a strong sports scene. Council members urge handball fans and sports enthusiasts to join and support the teams.