The objective of this drill is for the defense to become comfortable moving from their initial defensive position to the line to make a play.
Develops the ability of an athlete to defend the hard driven ball and chase down the soft line shot.
The objective of this drill is for athletes to develop an understanding of the idea that partners move together to cover the court, and that it is important that you are aware of where your partner is at all times.
Although technique is important this is a drill that tests more of an athlete’s attitude and commitment to the ball than anything else. This objective of this drill is for athletes to maintain a never say die attitude and never give up on a ball.
Practice at digging hard driven spikes that are directed at and around the defenders body.
This drill develops a defenders ability to react to a soft shot after it is hit and chase it down.
This drill assists in the development of court awareness in beginner athletes. In particular it focuses on how the position of the set affects where the ball can attack and therefore where the defensive players position themselves.
Developing the skill of the blocker turning while coming down from the block and playing a ball that has been played just over their hands.
Introduces athletes to the basic technique for diving and digging a ball with one arm.
Developing the skill of the blocker turning while coming down from the block and playing a ball that has been played just over their hands.