Professional Athlete Management

VANGARD SPORTS provides discreet, strategic and reliable representation for professional athletes, clubs and sports organizations across international markets.

Why VANGARD Sports

Trusted

Clear representation built on loyalty, discretion and long-term trust.

Athlete Focused

Personal career guidance with one clear goal: protecting the athlete’s future.

International Network

Strong relationships with clubs, intermediaries and decision makers across Europe.

Career Strategy

Contracts, transfers and sporting development aligned with long-term performance.

Discreet & Reliable

Professional communication, absolute discretion and reliable execution.

Sports Services

From athlete representation to contract negotiations and international transfers, VANGARD SPORTS supports professional athletes throughout their career path.

Athlete Representation

Professional representation for athletes in negotiations, club communication and strategic career decisions.

Career Management

Long-term planning, performance-oriented decision making and structured support across key career phases.

Contract Negotiation

Preparation, negotiation and review of professional agreements with a focus on sporting and financial protection.

International Transfers

Cross-border opportunities, club placement, federation coordination and transfer process support.

Our Approach

VANGARD SPORTS combines market access, negotiation experience and personal athlete support.

For Athletes

  • Individual career strategy
  • Contract and transfer guidance
  • Transparent communication
  • Long-term sporting development
  • Personal representation

For Clubs

  • Reliable player communication
  • Structured negotiation processes
  • International player access
  • Professional documentation
  • Long-term partnership approach

Experience

Founded and managed by Volker Hage, VANGARD SPORTS combines professional playing experience, elite coaching qualification and official agent licensing within international handball.

Founder Profile

  • Long-standing professional player in Germany
  • Experience in 1st and 2nd Bundesliga
  • Professional player in the Swiss Handball League
  • Elite coaching qualification: EHF Master Coach

Licensed Agency

  • Licensed by the German Handball Federation
  • Licensed by the French Handball Federation
  • Licensed by the Hungarian Handball Federation
  • Officially authorised activity as handball agent

Sports Focus

  • Professional handball representation
  • International club and intermediary network
  • Contract negotiation and transfer support
  • Career planning for professional athletes

Core Markets

  • Germany, Austria and Switzerland
  • Croatia, Slovenia and Hungary
  • France, Denmark, Sweden and Poland
  • Selected international opportunities

Contact

For athlete representation, career management, contract negotiation or international transfer opportunities, contact VANGARD SPORTS directly. Your contact: Volker Hage.