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In Schaffhausen, there are numerous opportunities for sports activities. At the same time, Schaffhausen is a region where top athletic performances are achieved. Our top teams compete in the highest leagues, offering sports enjoyment at the highest level.

Kadetten Schaffhausen

The Kadetten Schaffhausen are the most successful handball club in Switzerland. They have won the Swiss Championship twelve times and the Swiss Cup nine times. The team competes in the Nationalliga A and the European League. Their home games are played in the BBC Arena, where a great atmosphere and packed stands make for an unforgettable experience. Discover further handball excellence at the Suisse Handball Academy! As the only official national performance center for men's handball, future stars have been systematically developed at the BBC Arena since 2011. The Suisse Handball Academy is not just about playing handball – it is about laying the foundation for champions with a visionary and holistic training program. The academy offers a state-of-the-art infrastructure, accommodation under one roof, and an optimal balance between academic, professional, and athletic development.

Leichtathletik Club Schaffhausen

The Leichtathletik Club Schaffhausen (LC Schaffhausen) serves as a breeding ground for aspiring athletes, offering top-class coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive community that enables everyone to reach their full potential. The club not only produces local champions but also fosters a sense of camaraderie and teamwork that extends beyond athletics.

FC Schaffhausen

FC Schaffhausen is the most renowned football club in the region. The team competes in the Challenge League, the second-highest division in Swiss football. The club has achieved promotion to the Super League four times, most recently in 2004. FC Schaffhausen plays its home matches at the berformance arena in Schaffhausen. This football stadium also regularly hosts matches of the Swiss women's national team.

VC Kanti

VC Kanti Schaffhausen is the women’s volleyball club from the Schaffhausen area with national recognition. The first women's team competes in the highest Swiss league, the National League A, and has also participated in European competitions in the past. The club’s volleyball program is built on three pillars: youth sports, recreational sports, and competitive sports. This structure provides young talents with a platform to develop their skills and play at a higher level.

TCC Neuhausen

Table tennis is another popular sport in the Schaffhausen area. There are several clubs competing in various leagues, one of which is TTC Neuhausen, playing in the National League A, the highest league in Switzerland. The club has won multiple national and international titles. Their home matches take place at the Tischtenniszentrum Neuhausen.

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