For servers the objective is to create a passes that are off the net. For passers the objective is to pass consistently forward to an ideal position off the net.
Set up
# of players : 2-12 players
Ideal : 4 players
Equipment : 4+ balls
Average duration : 15-20 minutes
Description
- Draw 2 lines across the court that indicates a position where an ideal pass should be set. (this should be approximately 2 and 10 feet back from the net)
- Passers get a point if the pass is set between the 2 ‘setting’ lines.
- Servers get a point if they manage to create a pass that is set behind the 10ft line.
- A pass off the net can be created several ways but a couple of strategies are to serve deep, serve hard or to serve the ball with as much topspin as possible so that it is more likely to move back and up off the passers arms.
Evaluation : Scoring game (first to 10 points).
Variations
- Rotate between players.
- Switch side.
Progression
- Coach could serve from mid court in order to create tougher serves.
Key points
- If the receivers are passing into the wind then getting them to pass higher will increase the likelihood of a pass off the net.