TBV Lemgo Signs Youth National Keeper for Bundesliga
- Linus Borreck is making a meaningful move in his handball career.
- Borreck's handball journey began at the age of seven in his hometown with HSC Schweich.The 1.99m tall youth international player then moved to HSG Wittlich as a C-youth...
- The season 2022/23 marked another pivotal moment as Borreck, at 16, left his home to join the renowned youth academy of TSV Bayer Dormagen.
Handball Talent Linus Borreck Transfers to Lippe, Set to Boost Team HandbALL and Bundesliga Squad
Table of Contents
- Handball Talent Linus Borreck Transfers to Lippe, Set to Boost Team HandbALL and Bundesliga Squad
- Linus Borreck: Your Questions Answered About the Rising Handball Star’s Transfer to Lippe
- Who is Linus Borreck and why is his transfer significant?
- Where will Linus Borreck play and how long is his contract?
- What teams did Linus Borreck play for previously?
- When did Linus Borreck debut in the 2. Bundesliga?
- What are Linus Borreck’s strengths as a handball player?
- What are Linus Borreck’s goals for the future?
Published: 2025-03-20
Linus Borreck is making a meaningful move in his handball career. This summer, he will transfer from the U19 team of TSV Bayer Dormagen to Lippe. This transfer will see him not only strengthen Team HandbALL in the 3. Liga but also complete the goalkeeper trio for the Bundesliga squad. The Schweich native has signed a contract in Lemgo, committing to the team until 30.06.2027.
Borreck’s handball journey began at the age of seven in his hometown with HSC Schweich.The 1.99m tall youth international player then moved to HSG Wittlich as a C-youth player.His talent was recognized during a DHB scouting session as a B-youth player, leading to his first nomination for a training camp with the german U16 national team.
The season 2022/23 marked another pivotal moment as Borreck, at 16, left his home to join the renowned youth academy of TSV Bayer Dormagen. There, he developed into a key player for the A-youth Bundesliga team. In February, he celebrated his debut in the 2. Liga during Dormagen’s victory against Ferndorf.
Borreck: A Highly Talented and Driven Young Player
Borreck expresses his enthusiasm for the move:
In Lemgo finde ich hervorragende Bedingungen, um mich persönlich und sportlich weiterzuentwickeln, während ich gleichzeitig den dualen Karriereweg fest im Blick behalten kann. mein großes Ziel ist es natürlich irgendwann einmal in der Bundesliga zu spielen. Erst einmal gilt mein voller Fokus nun aber der großen Herausforderung,in der 3. Liga anzukommen, mir möglichst viel Spielzeit zu erarbeiten und dort wertvolle Erfahrungen zu sammeln.
linus Borreck
Borreck, who will graduate from high school this summer, aims to pursue an apprenticeship as a bank clerk.
Matthias Struck, TBV Lemgo Lippe’s assistant coach and goalkeeper trainer, who also serves as a link to Team HandbALL Lippe II, commented on Borreck’s potential:
Linus passt super in unser Konzept. Er ist ein junger, hochtalentierter und hungriger Spieler, der sich bis in die Bundesliga hocharbeiten möchte. Trotz seiner Größe ist er sehr beweglich, weist große Reaktionsstärke vor und hat ein starkes Spielverständnis. Auch menschlich ist er schon sehr weit und hat einen starken eindruck bei uns hinterlassen.
Matthias Struck, TBV Lemgo Lippe
Jörg Zereike, Managing Director of Lemgo, highlights the future dynamic between Borreck and Mika heine:
Zusammen mit Mika Heine wird Linus beim Team HandbALL in der kommenden Saison ein junges, hochspannendes Duo bilden, dass sich gegenseitig zu Höchstleistungen antreiben kann und somit in der Entwicklung gegenseitig guttun wird. Wir wollen das große Potenzial beider Spieler weiter bestmöglich fördern und sind gespannt auf die weitere Entwicklung.
Jörg Zereike, Managing Director of Lemgo
Linus Borreck: Your Questions Answered About the Rising Handball Star’s Transfer to Lippe
Linus Borreck’s recent transfer to Lippe has generated important buzz in the handball world. This Q&A provides in-depth answers to the most pressing questions about his move,his background,and what he brings to his new team.
Who is Linus Borreck and why is his transfer significant?
Who is Linus borreck? Linus Borreck is a highly talented young German handball player, specializing as a goalkeeper. He’s considered a rising star in the sport.
Why is his transfer significant? The transfer marks a crucial step in Borreck’s career as he moves to TBV Lemgo Lippe, a team wiht both 3. Liga (Team HandbALL) and Bundesliga squads. This provides him with opportunities for advancement and potential Bundesliga exposure. It also strengthens Team HandbALL’s roster.
Where will Linus Borreck play and how long is his contract?
Linus Borreck will primarily play for Team HandbALL in the 3. Liga but will also be part of the goalkeeper trio for the Bundesliga squad; his contract with Lemgo extends until June 30, 2027.
What teams did Linus Borreck play for previously?
Borreck’s handball journey includes:
HSC Schweich: He started playing handball at age seven in his hometown of Schweich.
HSG Wittlich: He moved to HSG Wittlich as a C-youth player.
TSV Bayer Dormagen: He joined the youth academy of TSV Bayer Dormagen at 16, becoming a key player for their A-youth Bundesliga team and debuting in the 2.Liga.
When did Linus Borreck debut in the 2. Bundesliga?
Linus Borreck made his debut in the 2. Bundesliga in Febuary during Dormagen’s victory against Ferndorf.
What are Linus Borreck’s strengths as a handball player?
According to Matthias Struck, assistant coach and goalkeeper trainer at TBV Lemgo Lippe, Borreck’s strengths include:
Agility and speedy reactions, despite his height (1.99m).
Strong understanding of the game.
High potential and a strong desire to reach the Bundesliga level.
What are Linus Borreck’s goals for the future?
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