3 Player Down Ball with Movement

This volleyball drill focuses on hitting a down ball to a specific area after a series of touches.

Setup

1. Split the team into 2 teams.
2. Place a setter for each team near the net.
3. Three players step up off the baseline as the remaining players are in a line at the baseline.

Instructions

1. The coach starts with a free ball to one of the teams.
2. The player that has the first contact passes to the setter.
3. The setter returns a overhead pass to one of the 3 players.
4. The player receiving the set plays a down ball over the net to the other team.
5. The player that hits the down ball steps off and a new player takes their place.
6. The play continues on the other side of the court.

Variations

• N/A

Coaching Points

• Focus on all aspects of the pass, set, and down ball.
• Make sure proper technique is used on the down ball hit.

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