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About Korfball

Korfball is a fun, safe, and active team sport where children can develop at their own pace. Boys and girls play together in mixed teams, learning cooperation, respect, and fair play from an early age.

Korfball has clear and child-friendly rules that keep the game safe and enjoyable:

  • A team consists of girls and boys playing together
  • You cannot run with the ball — passing and teamwork are key
  • The ball may not be taken from an opponent’s hands
  • Physical contact is not allowed
  • Players defend one-on-one, encouraging fairness and skill
  • After every two goals, players change roles (attacking and defending), so everyone learns all parts of the game
  • The goal is to score by throwing the ball through the korf (basket)

Because strength and physical contact do not decide the game, korfball is suitable for all children, regardless of size or experience.Text to follow soon. But know that you are welcome at our club.

About ALO

At Haagsche Korfbal Club ALO, culture is more than sport.
It’s about people, tradition, togetherness, and enjoyment — on and off the field.

Founded in 1906, ALO is the oldest independent korfball club in the world. That long history is something we are proud of, but our culture is very much alive today: open, welcoming, social, and built by our members.

A club for everyone
ALO is “de club waar iedereen telt” — the club where everyone counts.

Whether you are:

  • a young child taking your first steps in sport,
  • a competitive player,
  • a recreational athlete,
  • a volunteer, parent, or supporter,

you are welcome at ALO. We offer korfball for all ages and levels, from our youngest members in the KangoeroeKlup to senior and recreational teams. New members can experience the club with free trial trainings, because feeling at home matters.

Together we build the club

ALO is a volunteer-driven club.
Our trainings, matches, events, camps, and celebrations are made possible by members who contribute their time and energy.

This creates a strong sense of:

  • shared responsibility
  • involvement
  • ownership

Everyone helps shape ALO — and that makes our club stronger and more personal.

Sport and social life go hand in hand

Korfball is at the heart of ALO, but fun and social connection are just as important.

Throughout the year we organize:

  • club parties and social events
  • youth activities and camps
  • family-friendly gatherings
  • special themed trainings and celebrations

This mix of sport and social activities creates long-lasting friendships and a warm club atmosphere where members enjoy spending time together.

Respect, safety and Fair Play

ALO strives for a safe, positive, and respectful sporting environment.
Our interaction and behaviour guidelines help ensure that everyone — players, coaches, referees, parents, and supporters — treats each other with respect.

Fair play, cooperation, and mutual trust are core values, both on and off the field.

Proud of our history, focused on the future

With more than a century of korfball history, ALO carries a strong sense of tradition and identity. At the same time, we continue to invest in:

  • youth development
  • training quality
  • inclusivity and accessibility
  • a vibrant club life

Our past inspires us, but our focus is always on the future.

Come and join us!