Emily Bölk Leads Germany's Quest to End 30-Year Handball EM Medal Drought

The veteran co-captain aims to guide the national team to its first European Championship podium finish since 1994.

Emily Bölk, with 124 international caps, will captain Germany's handball team at her tenth major tournament, hoping to secure her first medal.
The German women's team has not won a European Championship medal since earning silver in 1994, a drought Bölk is determined to end.
Bölk sees the tournament as an opportunity to close the gap between Germany and the traditionally dominant teams: Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and France.
The team will face Austria in a final preparatory match on Sunday, aiming to build momentum before the European Championship begins next Thursday.
With a mix of experienced players and new talent, Bölk emphasizes teamwork and consistency as key to overcoming top-tier opponents.