BlockingTiming

Block Timing Drill

Work on penetration and hand positioning to close angles and read the hitter's approach.

Age RangeAges 11+
Duration10 minutes
Group SizeFront row group
SportVolleyball

Equipment Needed

  • Net
  • Balls

Setup

  • Hitter approaches and a coach or feeder sets for timing practice.
Block Timing DrillCFeeds/setsHApproachesBTimes the jumpattackpenetrateBlocker reads the approach, penetrates hands over the net

Instructions

  1. Blockers time their jump and penetrate hands over the net to close the angle.
  2. Work on footwork, timing, and hand shape for controlled blocks.
Coaching Points
  • Jump on the ball and penetrate hands; avoid flat hands that soften the block.