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Lukas Mertens
Left Wing

Lukas Mertens

Date of birth
22.03.1996
Nationality
ENG
Size
1,82 m
Weight
85 kg

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Career

since 2017
SC Magdeburg
2013 - 2017
Wilhelmshaven HV

National team

Germany
Germany
Debut: November 5, 2021

Three questions, three personal insights. Between match day, team spirit and everyday life, our players show what drives them.

What makes handball special for you?

For me, it’s the team idea that is paramount in handball. I wouldn’t be as well off in an individual sport as I would be in the team. Cohesion is the absolute highest good for me and that’s why I feel so comfortable here.

“I wouldn’t be in as good hands in an individual sport as I would be in the team. For me, cohesion is the absolute highest good”

What do most people on the pitch overlook that makes you who you are?

I recently became aware of a small peculiarity in me. When I get a bounce, I always make such a gesture with my hands to calm the situation. This happens automatically for me now and I didn’t really notice it myself.

Your tip for young up-and-coming handball players?

There are many. The most important thing is to keep at it, have fun, go to the gym often and train a lot – and that in combination. Training is not everything, you also have to be up for handball and give everything. When you’re having fun, though, a lot comes by itself.

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