The objective of this drill is for the athlete to get high repetitions of hard hit high balls. Additionally the defender gets practice in the technique of retreating.
The objective of this drill is to reinforce defensive movement to line and across court angle cut shot and the plays that result.
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.
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.
Practice at digging hard driven spikes that are directed at and around the defenders body.
This drill develops a defenders ability to react to a soft shot after it is hit and chase it down.
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.
Introduces athletes to the basic technique for diving and digging a ball with one arm.
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.