Reading the game as a blocker
Chad Hanson, head coach at Dordt University, describes how a blocker must be a knowledgeable and savvy player on the court. Blockers should check the hitter as many times as possible; keep the eyes off...
View ArticleTwo-step blocking footwork for the middle blocker
Jim Stone showcases a two-step blocking footwork available for advanced middle blockers when presented with a fast set. This two-step crossover approach begins with a turn step, a crossover and then a...
View ArticleBlocking drill: Reps off a serve and pass
The drill you’ll see in this video gives blockers numerous reps in game-like situations. This is not only good practice but also a great opportunity for coaches to offer meaningful feedback on...
View ArticleBlocking: Controlled transition drill
Developing your blockers’ eyework and timing is key for strong defense at the net. This full-court blocking drill gives your front row a chance to develop their net defense during live-action rallies....
View ArticleFootwork drill: Transitioning from defense to offense
Good footwork is a big part of making a smooth, efficient transition from digging or blocking to attacking in volleyball. In this video, Utah coach Beth Launiere has players demonstrate three- and...
View ArticleSwing blocking: Is it right for your team?
To swing block or not to swing block, that is the question. At least that’s the question posed in this video by Coach Ken Murczek. Swing blocking is becoming increasingly popular, but, according to...
View ArticleKeys for training the six volleyball skills
Watch as AOC Founders Terry Liskevych, John Dunning and Russ Rose discuss keys for teaching each of the six volleyball skills - serving, passing, defense, setting, attacking and blocking. Hear three...
View ArticleHitter training: Attacking vs. single, double and triple blocks
This drill, called “Single, double, triple" and introduced by Mark Barnard, is designed to help outside hitters work on putting the ball away with blockers in their face. How the drill works: Two...
View ArticleBlocking training: Strategy for off-the-net sets
When the ball is being set from the 10-foot line or beyond, the middle blocker should cheat. That's the simple message in this blocking training video from Coach Ken Murczek. "In our gym, when the ball...
View ArticleBlocking fundamentals with Salima Rockwell
Salima Rockwell describes what blockers should be aware of when learning to be an effective force at the net. She points out keys like what the eye sequence of blockers should be. Source
View ArticleTraining tips: The importance of teaching swing blocking
Why should coaches teach swing blocking? Coach Nabil Mardini uses this analogy: “If I asked somebody to try to touch the basketball rim, what are they going to do? They’re not going to stand under the...
View ArticleVolleyball blocking fundamentals: positioning and posture
Join coach Joe Sagula as he covers the fundamentals of blocking in volleyball. This session zeroes in on posture and positioning, beginning with the basics of static blocking. Start by positioning the...
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