Equipment Needed
- Net
- One ball
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- Blockers line up at the net with cones marking hitting zones along the net.
Instructions
- The blocker shuffles laterally along the net to a called zone, staying square and facing the net.
- On arrival, the blocker sets their feet and jumps straight up, penetrating hands over the net.
- Reset to the middle and repeat to a different zone.
- Add a coach toss above the net for the blocker to time their jump against.
Coaching Points
- Shuffle, don't cross over, when moving along the net for short distances.
- Square the shoulders to the net just before the jump, even after a lateral move.
- Jump on a slight delay after the hitter's approach, not on your own count.
Variation
Add a live hitter once footwork and timing are consistent, turning it into a full block read.