Players stand on the baseline, and on the coach's call, must jump and spin 180 degrees to face the net and accelerate forwards.
For players to be able to dive and dig with the best technique possible, they must be used to starting from a low position. If legs are flexed and they have one foot in front of the other, it is much easier for players to move forward and dive.
Have players beginning from a standing position, but as the drill goes on, have them starting in lower positions such as on their knees or sat down. This is a good way to improve reaction time.
When the first pass breaks down, most teams collapse into a high ball straight into the opposing block. The best 2026 sides are building structured out-of-system offences that turn broken plays into scoring chances using libero sets, left-side options and disciplined hitter routes.
The modern pipe attack has evolved from a high middle-back set into a flat, fast weapon that arrives at quick tempo. Coaches at every level are now drilling it as a primary scoring option, forcing blockers into impossible decisions and unlocking four-hitter offences.
The back row attack adds a powerful offensive dimension that stretches the opposing block and creates scoring opportunities from unexpected positions. This guide covers the rules, approach footwork, setter-hitter timing, and progressive training methods for introducing back row attacks to developing teams.
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