Left-side defense: Angle block, line dig, angle drop
This drill for left-side defense focuses on the angle block, where the blocker takes away the angle hit with a strong, penetrating left hand while the digger covers line. As Holly explains, if the...
View ArticleShould kids block before they can block?
There’s not necessarily a right or wrong answer to the question of whether kids who aren’t tall enough to get their hands over the net should remain in blocking position or drop off to play defense....
View ArticleJim Stone: The crucial first step for middle blockers
The first step to being an effective middle blocker is taking an explosive first step. In this video, Art of Coaching Volleyball contributor Jim Stone teaches the technique for that first step and...
View ArticleBlocking eye-work drill with Karch Kiraly
Karch Kiraly, coach of the U.S. women's national team, says that players can’t be good blockers without having good eyes. He asks his players to get their eyes on the setter early, then move them...
View ArticleTeaching the arm drive in swing blocking
One of the most common blocking strategies is the “swing block.” In this drill, University of Iowa coach Bond Shymansky explains what players should be doing with their arms to execute the most...
View ArticleComprehensive introduction to the skill of blocking
Michael Seemann, Head Coach at Portland State University, shares practical applications and strategic tactics on blocking. This comprehensive introduction on the skill of blocking is easy to follow...
View ArticleTips for coaching undisciplined blockers
Christy Johnson-Lynch, head volleyball coach at Iowa State, makes some important points here about how coaches can help inexperienced blockers become more disciplined. All too often, she sees very...
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.
View ArticleBlocking from the ground up
In this video David Kwan discusses proper technique for defense when blocking and how to get players to block "from the ground up".
View ArticleBlocking the serve with Russ Rose
In this video Russ Rose breaks down the skill of blocking a serve and why it is so important. Russ says that even with the best techniques and skills, it's impossible to predict how every serve and...
View ArticleBlocking skills with Nabil Mardini
In this video Nabil Mardini breaks down the skill of blocking and why it is important and how it can be improved in the gym.
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