Setting Up For Attack

Purpose To help players go from a defensive position immediately into attack formation which can be a difficult and confusing transition. Setup Divide your players into teams of 6 One team will start

Three vs. The D

Purpose This is a great defensive drill that pits three hitters (and a setter) versus a full defense. Setup Set-up a defensive formation on one side of the net.Set-up 3 Hitters and 1

Triangle Speed

Purpose To simulate the quick action a player will need during the course of any game. Setup Set-up two groups, one on each side of the net, lined up near the service line.Place

Cover The Hitter

Purpose To teach players to be alert, to be aware of their surroundings, and to prepare to play a blocked attack. Setup Set-up 6 players on one side of the court. Set-up 3

Hit The Mat

Purpose To teach players to attack and aggressively place hits and to look when they are hitting. Setup Designate a coach or player in the Setter position with a cart of balls.Set-up 1

Rally Scoring Game

Purpose Rally scoring is designed to get players to focus on making high percentage plays and eliminating silly, easily avoidable errors. Rally Scoring Game Setup Each team will line up with 6 players.Serving team

Back Row Attacks

Purpose To encourage players to feel confident enough to attack from all positions on the court instead of just the front row. Back Row Attacks Setup Create 3 lines of players in the back

Prepare to Defend

Purpose This drill is designed to help your players implement and understand the basics of defensive formations. Prepare to Defend Setup Divide your players into teams of 6.One team will start on each side