Michaela Meijer (born 3 February 1993) is a Swedish professional handball player who occupies the position of goalkeeper. She is a member of the Sweden women’s national handball team and has competed for several clubs in Sweden and Denmark.
Early life and education
Michaela Meijer was born in Sweden. Details regarding her early life, family background, and education are not widely documented in publicly available sources.
Club career
Meijer began her senior club career in Sweden, playing for Skövde HF. She later transferred to H65 Höör, where she established herself as a leading goalkeeper in the Swedish league. In 2021, Meijer signed with Odense Håndbold, a top‑division club in the Danish Women's Handball League, and has been listed on their roster since that season. Her tenure with Odense has included participation in domestic league matches as well as European club competitions.
International career
Meijer made her debut for the Sweden women’s national handball team in the mid‑2010s. She has been selected for multiple major tournaments, including the European Women’s Handball Championship and the IHF World Women’s Handball Championship. As a goalkeeper, she has contributed to Sweden’s defensive performances in these competitions. Specific tournament outcomes and individual awards associated with her international play have not been comprehensively recorded in publicly accessible sources.
Playing style
Meijer is noted for her reflexes, shot‑blocking ability, and leadership in organizing defensive formations. Analysts and coaches have described her as a reliable last line of defense with a strong presence in the goal area.
Personal life
Information concerning Meijer’s personal life, including activities outside handball, is limited in reliable public records.
References
Profiles and statistics are drawn from official handball federation listings, club announcements, and competition rosters that are publicly available up to 2023.