Reinforce the concept of teams moving together to cover the court. Additionally this is a very strenuous drill and provides an excellent workout.
Hit hard balls on an open net.
Work on hitting sharp cross, middle and line.
Work effectively as a warm up for advanced athletes as well as a more intense drill to develop ball control, particularly on the spike and dig.
Develop a wide range of attacking shots.
Additionally it helps to reinforce correct spike approach allowing the athletes to effectively attack into all areas of the court.
Developing the attackers’ ability to either hit or shoot the ball away from defenders.
Reinforcing the correct angle of approach to the attack and additionally this drill helps to develop good arm and hand positioning for the spike.
Get a high number of dig, set and spike reps and footwork training.
Get a high number of setting reps and footwork training in getting around the ball to face the setting target.
Because this is not a serious drill and the athletes are lying on top of each other to start the drill, it often creates laughter and can be used as an icebreaker