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Volleyball: Backwards overhand passing

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1) In pairs the players stand facing each other on opposite sides of the court with one ball between them. 2) Player 1 then underhand throws the ball above his/her head, turns 180 degrees to face the opposite direction, and passes the ball to their partner. 3) Player 2 catches the ball and repeats step 2. 4) Repeat steps 2 and 3 for a set time.

COACHING POINTS

The player's throw should be high enough for him/her to have time to turn around and prepare for the pass to their partner.

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Balance and power:

In pairs with one ball, both players face each other in the squat position.

The players then have to push the ball at head height with two hands. Heels should not stay in contact with the floor.

On the coach's signal the players should start to push harder and jump in squat position with the aim of making their opponent lose balance.

The one to stay balanced three times wins

2 Warm Up

Attack Line Jumps:

Players run along the sideline as far as the attack line where they performs squat-jumps followed by three quick jumps. The drill starts and ends with runs that involve arm swinging.

8 Block Drills

Dig 3 Balls:

Receiver faces three players who one after another spikes the ball for it to be digged. Change roles after the player has faced 3 spikes from each player.

4 Passing Drills

Balance and strength:

Players lay flat on their back, supported with one leg balanced on a ball.

Then, keeping their hips high, they have to bend and straighten their free leg while the opposite leg stays balanced on the ball.

2 Warm Up

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