“The IHF Trophy is extremely important for encouraging girls and young women to participate in handball and strive for excellence. Beyond furthering their handball skills and experience, this international competition offers each player, and delegation member, a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and personal development and growth. New Zealand, as part of the Oceania region, is fortunate to receive such generous support from the International Handball Federation (IHF) that makes all of it possible. We are also appreciative of the Oceania Handball Federation leadership and thankful to our friends in the Cook Islands for organising the tournament this year.”