Purpose
To encourage players to scramble and improve their ability to play out of system balls.
Setup
- Position three players on each side of the net with the remaining players in a line behind one serve line
- The coach stands out of bounds near the net with several balls
How it works
- The coach begins by tossing a free ball to the side of the court where the remaining players are waiting out of bounds
- The two three-person teams play until a point is scored
- If the team on the side where other players are waiting wins the point, they cross under the net and replace the other team
- If the other team wins the point, they remain on the court and three new players enter the court
Notes
- For more advanced players, have a coach or player serve the ball into play rather than throwing a free ball.
- Limit each team to being Kings or Queens for 5 balls to allow everyone a chance to play
- Make players team up differently each time (no three players can group up twice in a row)