Volleyball Blocking Form Drill

VOLLEYBALL BLOCKING DRILL, BLOCKING FOOTWORK, MIDDLE BLOCKER DRILL, TEAM BLOCKING

Volleyball Blocking Form Drill

This drill trains middle blockers to read cues, move quickly with proper footwork, and communicate with outside blockers to form a strong, closed block. It emphasizes timing, technique, and teamwork at the net.

This volleyball blocking drill improves footwork, timing, and communication between middle and outside blockers to close blocks effectively.

• Players: Middle blocker, right side blocker, left side blocker on both sides of the net (6 blockers total).
• Waiting Players: Behind each blocker on the 10-foot line, doing abdominal strengthening exercises while waiting to rotate.
• Coach: Positioned to call blocking assignments and control tempo.
• Court: Full net setup.
• Equipment: Volleyballs (optional for advanced reps).

1. Coach calls out “middle,” “right,” or “left.”
2. Middle blocker reacts by either:
   Blocking alone in the middle.
   Using footwork to close the block with the right or left side blocker.
3. Middle blocker resets to the ready position before the next call.
4. Players behind the blockers rotate in when signaled by the coach, replacing the front row blockers.
5. Suggested reps: Perform 10–12 calls per middle blocker or run for 8–10 minutes total.

• Add a volleyball toss from the coach after each call to practice blocking live balls.
• Use a setter and hitter on the opposite side for game-like timing.
• Incorporate double or triple block scenarios for advanced groups.

• Emphasize quick, efficient footwork for middle blockers (crossover or shuffle step).
• Stress timing the jump with outside blockers for a sealed block.
• Encourage verbal and visual communication between blockers.
• Middle blockers must reset quickly to be ready for the next play.
• Common Game Situation: Replicates live play where middles must read the setter, move laterally, and coordinate with teammates to shut down outside attacks.

This is a technical blocking drill that combines skill work with conditioning, perfect for training both fundamentals and team timing.

Drill: Volleyball Blocking Form Drill
Description: This volleyball blocking drill improves footwork, timing, and communication between middle and outside blockers to close blocks effectively.
Keywords: volleyball blocking drill, blocking footwork, middle blocker drill, team blocking

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