Attacking · Advanced
Cross-Body 8 Sideout Challenge
Use competitive scoring to pressure-test attacking decisions in cross-body 8 sideout challenge.
How to run it
- 1
Each player gets 8 chances to pass / set / hit — 4 hard cross, 4 cross-body line. Play out the point. Blocker takes the obvious option for this round.
- 2
Coach emphasis: Keep the approach and arm speed consistent so the shot or swing stays game-like.
Why we run it
Use competitive scoring to pressure-test attacking decisions in cross-body 8 sideout challenge.
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View drillMany of our drills are adapted from the coaching resources at Better at Beach and the FIVB.
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