Divizia A (men's handball)
The Divizia A is the second level of the Romanian men's professional handball system. The league comprises twenty one teams.
Current season, competition or edition: 2018–19 Divizia A | |
| Countries |  |
|---|---|
| Confederation | EHF |
| Founded | 1933 (in 11 players) 1958 (in 7 players) |
| First season | 1958–59 |
| Number of teams | 21 |
| Promotion to | Liga Națională |
| Levels on pyramid | Level 2 |
| Domestic cup(s) | Cupa României |
| Current champions | Știința Municipal Bacău CSM Oradea (2018–19) |
| Website | Romanian Handball Federation |
History
This sport was first played in Romania in 1920. After a visit in Germany, a few physical education teachers introduced this sport in their classes. The Divizia A was founded in 1933 (in 11 players) and in 1958 in the current format with 7 players. The current champions are Știința Municipal Bacău (Seria A) and CSM Oradea (Seria B).[1][2]
See also
References
- Divizionara A – CSM Bacău promovată matematic în Liga Zimbrilor. csmbacau.ro (in Romanian)
- Handbal: CSM Oradea a învins Universitatea Craiova, a promovat în Liga Națională, dar nu va fi înscrisă în primul eșalon!. ebihoreanul.ro (in Romanian)
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