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Handball legend Klemens Port dies at the age of 83: an idol of the region!
Saarlouis mourns handball icon Klemens Port, who died at the age of 83. His legacy lives on.
Handball legend Klemens Port dies at the age of 83: an idol of the region!
Cologne mourns the loss of a handball legend: Klemens Port, who died on Wednesday at the age of 83, leaves a big gap in the Saarlouis handball club. For over seven decades, Port has been a driving force that has shaped the future of many young players. He began his handball career in 1951 as a youth player and later played successfully in the regional league. After his active career, he switched to the role of trainer and trained numerous talents in the Hans Welsch Hall.
His commitment was remarkable - Port remained loyal to the club until his death and regularly attended the home games of the HGS third division team to loudly support the players. The handball family in Lisdorf mourns and expresses their deepest condolences to the relatives. Port was particularly valued as a role model for team spirit and fair play, which is clearly reflected in its motto “One for all and all for one”.
A life for handball
Klemens Port was not only a passionate player and coach, but also an important mentor for many handball talents. He was not only involved in the club, but also in schools, where he leads handball groups to promote enthusiasm for the sport. The club president Arnulf Willkomm and the board members thanked him at his last training session and acknowledged his immense dedication and the influence he had on the youngest generations of handball players. He was recognized as an honorary member of the association and received the Federal Cross of Merit for his services.
In summary, one can say that Port was one of the heartbeats of Saarlouis handball. Even after he retired as a coach, he was expected to remain involved in handball as a spectator and advisor, which shows the great support of his fans and friends.
A look into handball history
The sport of handball has a long and fascinating history that dates back to the early 20th century. The Dane Holger Nielsen published the first set of rules for handball in 1906, and the sport has continued to develop since then. From 1936 onwards, field handball was even part of the Olympics, and the first world championships were held over the years. In Germany, handball is less popular than the Bundesliga, but it has a loyal fan base that is heavily involved in regional competitions.
Like the reports from Weekly Mirror and HG Saarlouis show, the history of handball influences players like Klemens Port, who pass on their passion and dedication and thus shape the next generations.
At a time when young talent like the town of Lisdorf is being promoted in handball, Klemens Port's legacy will live on with honor - through every player he took under his wing and through the values he instilled in them.
We will never forget Klemens Port, and his passion will continue to inspire us. For a legend like him, handball is more than just a game - it's a way of life.