Developing hand setting with a nice up and down trajectory. Practice on moving back and sideways in the sand.
Set up
# of players : 3-4 players
Ideal : 3 players
Equipment : 1 ball and a net
Average duration : 10 minutes
Description
- Two pairs of athletes start facing each other across the net close to the antenna.
- Player A proceeds to set the ball across the net to Player B. After setting the ball the athletes move around behind their partner who is beside them and down the net.
- Player B sets across the net to Player C. who then moves.
- Continue along the net and turn back when arriving at the end of it.
Evaluation : # of lines (back and forth).
Variations
- Bumpsets
- Handsets
Progression
- Stop
Catch and throw between each set. - In a row
- Back and forth lines
Key points
- Athletes need to be aware of the wind moving the ball.
- Athletes need to communicate in order for this drill to run smoothly.
- Athletes should try to have a nice wide balance stance when setting.
Chilled approach
- Dip, dip, push
- Shoulders always facing the target (net)
- Chilled body
Setting position
- Legs and arms are pushing together
- The leg closer to the net target in front
- Bumpset : continue movement to the target
- Handset : with the pointer and thumb making a triangle. Relieve fast
- Your feet should be staggered with a sligh bend in your knees
- Your shoulders over your toes when receiving the ball
Good Trajectory
- Up and down
- 2x the antenna
- Keep it close