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Jannik Kohlbacher
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Personal information
Born (1995-07-19) 19 July 1995 (age 30)
Bensheim, Germany
Nationality German
Height 1.93 m (6 ft 4 in)
Playing position Pivot
Club information
Current club Rhein-Neckar Löwen
Number 80
Youth career
Years Team
0000–2012
TV Grosswallstadt
Senior clubs
Years Team
2012–2013
SG Leutershausen
2013–2015
TV Grosswallstadt
2015–2018
HSG Wetzlar
2018–
Rhein-Neckar Löwen
National team 1
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2015–
Germany 123 (234)
Medal record
Olympic Games
Silver 2024 Paris Team
European Championship
Gold 2016 Poland
Youth European Championship
Gold 2012 Austria
Youth World Championship
Bronze 2013 Hungary
1 National team caps and goals correct
as of 7 January 2025

Jannik Kohlbacher, born on July 19, 1995, is a talented German handball player. He plays for the club Rhein-Neckar Löwen and is also a key member of the German national handball team. He is known for his strong play as a pivot, a position important for both offense and defense in handball.

Becoming a Handball Star

Jannik Kohlbacher started playing handball at a young age. He worked hard to develop his skills and became a professional player. His dedication helped him join top teams and represent his country.

Early Club Career

Jannik played for several clubs as he grew up. From 2012 to 2013, he was with SG Leutershausen. He then moved to TV Grosswallstadt, where he played from 2013 to 2015. These early experiences helped him become a stronger player.

Joining HSG Wetzlar

From 2015 to 2018, Jannik played for HSG Wetzlar. This was an important time in his career, as he continued to improve and gain recognition. His strong performances caught the eye of national team coaches.

Playing for Rhein-Neckar Löwen

Since 2018, Jannik Kohlbacher has been a key player for Rhein-Neckar Löwen. This club is one of the top teams in German handball. He wears the number 80 jersey for the team.

Representing Germany

Jannik Kohlbacher has been a vital part of the German national team since 2015. He has played in many important tournaments and helped his country win medals.

First National Team Call-Up

In November 2015, Jannik was called up to the German national team for the Supercup tournament. This was a big moment for him. He made his first appearance for the national team on November 5, 2015, in a game against Brazil.

Winning the European Championship

One of Jannik's biggest achievements with the national team was winning the 2016 European Men's Handball Championship. This tournament took place in Poland in 2016. The German team played incredibly well and took home the gold medal.

Olympic Success

Jannik also helped the German team win a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. This was a fantastic achievement for the team and for Jannik personally.

Youth Achievements

Even before joining the senior national team, Jannik had success with Germany's youth teams. He won a gold medal at the 2012 European Men's Youth Handball Championship in Austria. He also earned a bronze medal at the 2013 Youth World Championship in Hungary.

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See also

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