How to Handball in Pro Jank Footy: Possession & Passing Guide

What a Handball Is For

A handball is the short-range possession tool. It is safer than a long kick when a teammate is available, but it only works if you have checked the space around the receiver. Passing without looking can hand the ball straight to a defender.

When to Handball

• Use it to move the ball around a closing tackler.
• Use it after winning a ruck when a teammate is already in space.
• Use it to create a better kicking angle near the scoring area.
• Use it to keep possession while waiting for support.

If there is no safe receiver, clear with a kick rather than forcing a short pass.

A Reliable Handball Sequence

1. Identify the nearest safe teammate.
2. Turn away from the strongest pressure.
3. Use the quick pass input shown on your controller prompt.
4. Immediately move toward the next contest or open lane.
5. If the pass is intercepted, switch to the nearest defender and recover shape.

The receiver should not be standing directly behind an opponent. A slightly wider passing lane is often safer than the shortest possible pass.

Handball vs. Kick

For the complete action set, read the Controls Guide and practise the sequence without power-ups first.

Handball FAQ

Why does my player kick instead of handballing?

The game distinguishes a quick input from a held input. Release the action promptly and check the controller prompt for your current layout.

Is handballing always safer?

No. A handball is only safe when the receiver and lane are clear. Under heavy pressure, a kick into space can be the better defensive decision.