Johnny Jensen (born 9 July 1972) is a Norwegian former professional handball player who played as a left back. He is noted for his contributions to both club and national teams during the 1990s and early 2000s.
Early life and education
Jensen was born in Oslo, Norway. Details about his early education and introduction to handball are limited in publicly available sources.
Club career
Jensen began his senior club career with Bækkelagets SK in Norway, where he developed his reputation as a prolific scorer. In 1995, he transferred to German Bundesliga side SG Flensburg‑Handewitt, one of the leading clubs in European handball. During his tenure with Flensburg, he helped the team secure multiple national titles, including the German Championship in 1997 and 2001, and contributed to the club's performances in the EHF Champions League.
After leaving Flensburg, Jensen returned to Norway and played for several domestic clubs, including Stavanger IF, before retiring from professional play in the mid‑2000s.
International career
Jensen earned 115 caps for the Norway men’s national handball team between 1993 and 2004, scoring 328 goals. He represented Norway in multiple European Championships and World Championships, notably participating in the 1999 World Championship where Norway achieved a 6th‑place finish.
Playing style
Known for his powerful left‑handed shots and strong defensive abilities, Jensen was regarded as a versatile left back capable of influencing both offensive and defensive phases of play.
Post‑retirement
Following his playing career, Jensen has been involved in coaching at the youth level in Norway and has served as a handball commentator for Norwegian sports broadcasters. He has also participated in charitable events promoting sports participation among children.
Personal life
Jensen is married and has two children. He resides in Oslo and remains active in the Norwegian handball community.
References
- European Handball Federation (EHF) player profile: Johnny Jensen.
- Norwegian Handball Federation statistics.
- Club archives of SG Flensburg‑Handewitt.
This entry reflects information available from reliable sports databases and official federation records.
