there was/were only a handful of people

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Tan Elaine

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An hour before soccer coach Avramovic led his team onto the field, there was/were only a handful of people about.

Which word in bold should I use?

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I'd go for 'were', but I wouldn't be upset by 'was'.


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There were...

Can't vote for "there was"

Not a teacher - AmE native
 
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