Basic Blocking Drill

How to run it

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   For this drill it may be beneficial for the net to be lowered so that the athletes can focus on technique and do not get exhausted from too much jumping. In this drill an athlete (or coach) drives a ball into the block on the other side of the net while the blocker focuses on completing the block with correct hand arm and body positioning. The athlete's hands should be wide open, taking up as much space as possible. Thumbs should be pointing upward and stay close to each other during the blocking movement. (as if held together by an elastic band) Hands should be strong and rigid. Arms should push forward and lock at the shoulder as the ball contacts the arms. Initially blockers should begin by blocking a line shot then move onto moving across into the angle and blocking straight up. Blockers could start parallel to the net or in a 'ready to retreat position' before blocking. Additionally they can move from side to side across the net before blocking.

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   Coach emphasis: Keep blocking reps game-like and technically clean.