Purpose
This activity teaches outside hitters to transition from passing defense to their hitting approach.
Setup
- Line up the players behind the 10 foot line
How it works
- One at a time, each player steps forward to the net
- Coach slaps the ball and player transitions back to their defensive spot.
- Coach hits a ball to the player who passes the ball to the setter
- Setter sets and player approaches and hits
- Repeat the drill several times for each player
Coaching Tips
- Emphasize the importance of making the transition quickly.