This study focuses on the low shooting ability of female handball athletes, resulting from a lack of proper training and motivation. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of squat thrust training and motivation on improving shooting in handball athletes. The method used in this study was a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test design. Twenty female handball athletes were involved, divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group received squat thrust training, while the control group received conventional treatment. Data analysis used a t-test using IBM SPSS V24. The results showed a significant improvement in shooting ability in the experimental group compared to the control group, as evidenced by a p-value <0.05 in the t-test, indicating that the treatment significantly impacted shooting ability. This is in line with research findings that specific training can improve technical performance, and motivation plays a crucial role in consistent training. Squat thrust training, coupled with motivation, had a positive and significant effect on improving shooting skills. Trainers recommend combining physical training with a psychological approach to achieve optimal results.