Developing the ‘over on two’ option whereby the non-receiver attacks the ball over on the second contact.
Set up
# of players : 2-12 players
Ideal : 3-4 players
Equipment : 4+ balls
Average duration : 15-25 minutes
Description
- A coach or athlete serves the ball to two passers either from the baseline or from the middle of the court depending on the level of the players and the focus of the drill.
- Depending on the where the pass goes the non-passer will either set up the ball for a normal attack or they will take the opportunity to attack the ball ‘over on two’.
Easy short serves are the best for introducing this tactic to athletes as it is easier to attack ‘on two’ if the pass travels up and down rather than forward.
Evaluation :
# of good reps
Variations
- Rotate between players.
- Switch side.
Progression
- Introduce hitting zones
- Add a block
- Add a defender
- Deep serves
Key points
- Playing the ball over on two is a good option on short serves as the ball is close to the net and traveling up and down rather than up and forward.
- The best areas to attack towards when playing the ball over on two are to the back corners or short away from the block.
- Athletes will be more effective if they reach high and snap on the attack rather than playing a soft shot.