Loosen up the body and raise body temperature in preparation for more strenuous activity. Practices passing footwork and technique.
Set up
# of players : 2-8 players
Ideal : 2 players
Equipment : 3+ balls
Average duration : 10-20 minutes
Description
- From close to the net the coach throws the ball first short and then deep and then short again to the athlete opposite them on the other side of the net.
- An additional athlete on the same side as the athlete playing the ball catches the first two balls and sets up the third ball to be played out by the passer
Evaluation : # of reps (ex. 2 sets each)
Variations
- deep / short / deep.
- 4 deep balls,
- 4 short balls or
- 4 corners
- Rotate players
- Switch sides
Progression
- The athlete can play out all 3 balls thrown to them.
- The athlete can play out 5 balls rather than 3.
Key points
- Athletes need to keep in mind what is a good pass on every throw.
- Beginner athletes must focus on passing forward and slightly inside, NOT to their partner.