"My target for the men`s team is to reach the big four, but in fact, we failed to meet the target," Usodo informed Antara here on Saturday.
He admitted that the opponent teams were too strong for Indonesia, and it only won once against Malaysia.
"We can see the reality on the field. International handball has developed further, while we have just started to grow," he added.
Meanwhile, the association did not set any target for the women`s handball team, as it had only played as a participant.
The former commander of the Wirasakti military command noted in Kupang that preparation of the athletes would be a long process and require more funding.
Currently, of the 34 provinces in Indonesia, only 20 have developed the sport branch.
The association will work closely with the local sport committee to seek potential athletes.
Reporting by Kornelis Aloysius Ileama Kaha
Editing by Sri Haryati
Reporter: Antara
Editor: Otniel Tamindael
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