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Volleyball: Controlled underhand pass and receive

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In pairs, get the players to face each other.

Player 1 underarm throws the ball high to his/her partner so they have to receive the ball using the dig method, and then they catch it.

The player who received the ball then passes the ball back to the partner who receives the ball using the dig method, and then catches it.

COACHING POINTS

This is a good drill for training your player the correct technique and body shape to receive the ball.

PROGRESSION

To build accuracy get the receiver to stand underneath a basketball rim so he/she has to dig the ball through the basket before catching

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Developing players underhand passing ability

Keep the point alive and create winning opportunities by perfecting the best underarm passing technique. Develop control in your play by teaching you players about their positioning, and movement before, during and after the digs.

OFTEN USED WITH...

Consecutive passes:

Each player has a ball.

The aim is to keep underhand passing high over their own head for as long as possible, all the while keeping in control of the ball.

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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.

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Dig, bounce, pass it forward:

In pairs, the players face each other.

Player 1 throws the ball underarm to his/her partner.

Player 2 receives the ball using a dig method, and hits it high in the air, lets it bounce once, and then returns the ball to his/her partner using the underarm pass method.

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