Hendrik Pekeler facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hendrik Pekeler
Personal information
Born	(1991-07-02) July 2, 1991 (age 33) Itzehoe, Germany
Nationality	German
Height	2.03 m (6 ft 8 in)
Playing position	Pivot
Club information
Current club	THW Kiel
Number	61
Youth career
Years	Team
2002–2004	ETSV Fortuna Glückstadt
2004–2007	MTV Herzhorn
2007–2008	Bramstedter TS
Senior clubs
Years	Team
2009–2010	THW Kiel
2010–2012	Bergischer HC
2012–2015	TBV Lemgo
2015–2018	Rhein-Neckar Löwen
2018–	THW Kiel
National team
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
2012–2024	Germany	122	(210)
Medal record Olympic Games Bronze 2016 Rio de Janeiro Team European Championship Gold 2016 Poland

Hendrik Pekeler was born on July 2, 1991. He is a talented German professional handball player. He plays for the famous club THW Kiel. Handball is a fast-paced team sport where players try to throw a ball into the opponent's goal. Hendrik is known for his strong defense and powerful shots. He has also played for the German national team.

Hendrik Pekeler's Career Highlights

Hendrik Pekeler has achieved many great things in his handball career. He has won major championships with his clubs and also earned medals with the German national team.

Winning European Club Competitions

• EHF Champions League: This is the biggest club competition in Europe for handball. It's like the Champions League for soccer, but for handball! Hendrik won this prestigious title twice:
  • In 2010, with THW Kiel.
  • In 2020, again with THW Kiel.
• EHF Cup: This is another important European club competition. Hendrik won it in 2019 with THW Kiel.

Success in German Leagues

• Handball-Bundesliga: This is the top professional handball league in Germany. Hendrik has won this championship many times with different teams:
  • In 2010, with THW Kiel.
  • In 2016 and 2017, with Rhein-Neckar Löwen.
  • In 2020, 2021, and 2023, again with THW Kiel.
• DHB-Pokal: This is a major cup competition in Germany, similar to a knockout tournament. Hendrik won it twice with THW Kiel:
  • In 2019.
  • In 2022.
• DHB-Supercup: This is a special match played at the start of the season between the German league champion and the cup winner. Hendrik's teams have won this supercup many times:
  • In 2016 and 2017, with Rhein-Neckar Löwen.
  • In 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023, with THW Kiel.

Medals with the National Team

Hendrik has also represented Germany on the international stage:

• Olympic Games: He won a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics with the German team.
• European Championship: He won a gold medal at the 2016 European Championship held in Poland.

Individual Awards

Besides team achievements, Hendrik has also received personal recognition for his skills:

• Handball Player of the Year in Germany: In 2020, he was named the best handball player in Germany. This is a huge honor!
• All-Star Team as Best Defender in EHF Champions League: In 2022, he was chosen as the best defender in the EHF Champions League All-Star Team. This shows how important his defensive skills are.