Get high repetitions of difficult serves. Because the balls are coming from inside the service line balls come at the passer faster than normal which helps to improve reaction
time.
Taking a quick look at the opposition after passing before initiating their spike approach.
This is a good passing drill that is suitable when you have an uneven number of athletes. It gives the athletes high repetitions in passing but additionally athletes get a chance to reinforce the skill of the sideways and backward movement in the sand.
React early to short and deep serves and get practice in the movement patters associated with receiving serves that are placed short and deep.
Reinforce the correct technique and body positioning when playing the ball outside the body.
Gain better ball control with the forearm pass and in particular gain experience and confidence in playing the ball with either topspin or backspin, especially against the wind.
Most popular drill to get repetitions in serving, passing, setting and spiking.
Encourages a pass that is ‘up and down’ and close to the individual who passed the ball which aids in
the development a pass that is easier to set.
Reinforcing the correct passing technique on a free ball and emphasizes retreating back to prepare for the spike approach.
Keep the ball ‘in system’ as it allows for more control and is a great concept for beginner players.