Gets practice dropping off the net (retreating) and playing a ball that is hit towards them. It is recommended that athletes are familiar with the technique of ‘high ball’ defense before the ball is driven high and hard at the retreating athlete.
Developing the technique for dropping off the net quickly
(also referred to as retreating)
Developing a blockers ability to determine the angle of a power shot based on the approach and body language of
the attacker.
Get a high volume of basic blocking repetitions with focus on basic hand, arm and body position.
Get a high volume of basic blocking repetitions with focus on basic hand, arm and body position.
Attack an overpass and say thank you for the gift.
Hit hard balls on an open net.
Attacking from off the net.
Work on reading the play and spike or pookey in the good zone.
Work on reading the play and spike in the good zone.