VOLLEYBALL

• Volleyball- opposing teams are on each side of the net. A team hits the ball over the net and into the opponent’s side of the court. Meanwhile, the receiving team aims to receive the ball, the players prevent it from touching the ground, then hit it back over the net and into the opponent’s side of the court within three touches.
• Volleyball is played by two teams on a hard court, indoors and outdoors, with six individuals on the court for each team aiming to score 25 points to win a set over the opponent.
• Volleyball can be a fun game to play with friends. In a recreational set up, it can be enjoyed by unlimited number of players which means anyone can join in. On the other hand, in a competitive set up, players are limited to only six for each team during play, and they must take time to practice for good performance. Good jumping ability and height will help a lot but are not requirements in the game.
• The service is the first opportunity for a player to score a point and it is determined by a toss coin. Whichever team wins the toss coin will decide whether they take the opportunity to serve first or decide which side of the court they will play on first.

  Each team gets only one chance to serve. When the serving team loses a rally, it loses the right to serve. The receiving team then rotates one position on the court.

  A serve is called ace when the receiving team failed to return the ball.
• • The "dig" is used to receive and pass the ball with control using the forearms. It is usually executed with the first contact by the team and very useful in defense as it allows the receiver to have a good control of the ball and pass it to the setter positioned near the net.
  • hold both hands together with one hand inside the other
  • both thumbs pointing slightly downwards
  • both knees bent
• • The "set" is an overhead pass used to toss and put the ball in the right position for the attacker or spiker.
  • It is performed by the setter and is usually the second contact of the receiving team with the ball.
  • The setter is like a point guard on a basketball team who runs the offense and calls the plays.
• The "spike" is a forceful hitting or smashing of the ball across the net which serves to be the most effective way for a team to score a point during a rally.
• • A block is a defensive act of preventing the ball coming from an attack of the offensive team from crossing the net.
  • This skill is very useful as it may earn the defensive team a point and take the chance to serve the ball.
• • Drills are used to enhance various performance factors in volleyball such as ball control, footwork, and timing on approach jumps or blocks.
  • Both coaches and players need to understand the importance of drills in training.
  • Drills can fix a players’ issues on their volleyball skills which includes passing or hitting the ball.
• • Before doing a specific drill, a player needs to understand its purpose. Rather than just going through the motions, they will be more interested in the training.
  • Drills for volleyball are important for developing habits. If players are constantly focusing on how to perform a volleyball drill correctly, they will improve their ability to focus during the competition.
  • If coaches will set goals and set a specific focus to a drill, they will have better understanding of when to move on or adjust the drill for a better training effect.