The objective of this drill is to give a defender practice turning and digging a ball that has been hit behind them.
The objective of this drill is to allow 2 athletes who have no other individuals to train with the opportunity to get defense and transition play practice.
The objective of this drill is for the defense to become comfortable moving from their initial defensive position to the line to make a play.
Develops the ability of an athlete to defend the hard driven ball and chase down the soft line shot.
Although technique is important this is a drill that tests more of an athlete’s attitude and commitment to the ball than anything else. This objective of this drill is for athletes to maintain a never say die attitude and never give up on a ball.
Developing the skill of the blocker turning while coming down from the block and playing a ball that has been played just over their hands.
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.
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.