Volleyball Net Save Drill

VOLLEYBALL NET SAVE DRILL, DEFENSIVE PASSING DRILL, DIGGING DRILL, SETTING UNDER PRESSURE

Volleyball Net Save Drill

This drill trains defenders to recover difficult balls that rebound off or fall near the net. It focuses on reaction time, defensive positioning, and controlled passing to transition the play into a set and potential attack.

This volleyball net save drill teaches defenders how to dig balls out of the net, improving reaction time, ball control, and recovery in tough defensive situations.

• Players: 2 lines of defenders on each side of the net, 1 setter and 1 hitter per side
• Coaches: One on each side, tossing or throwing balls into the net
• Court: Full court with players alternating turns
• Equipment: Volleyballs, net

1. Divide players into two lines per side with one setter and hitter positioned on each court.
2. Coach tosses or throws a ball into the net to simulate a poor pass or blocked ball.
3. Defender reacts quickly to dig the ball up to the setter.
4. Setter delivers a controlled set to the hitter, who catches the ball instead of hitting.
5. If the hitter could realistically attack the ball, the team earns 1 point.
6. Coaches alternate tossing into the net on both sides so the drill runs simultaneously.
7. Suggested reps: Play to 5–10 points per round, or run for 8–12 minutes total.

• Rotational Challenge: Defenders rotate to setter, setter rotates to hitter, hitter rotates to passer line.
• Advanced Play: Instead of catching, the hitter completes a live attack.
• Difficulty Increase: Coaches throw balls into different points of the net for variety.

• Defenders must stay low and balanced, anticipating quick reactions.
• Stress the importance of reading the net rebound angle.
• Passers should focus on lifting the ball high enough to give the setter time to adjust.
• Setters must square shoulders to the target for consistency.
• Common Game Situation: Simulates real rallies where balls ricochet off the net or block, requiring defenders to save the play and transition into offense.

This is a high-rep defensive drill that builds confidence and quick reactions when saving tight net balls.

Drill: Volleyball Net Save Drill
Description: This volleyball net save drill teaches defenders how to dig balls out of the net, improving reaction time, ball control, and recovery in tough defensive situations.
Keywords: volleyball net save drill, defensive passing drill, digging drill, setting under pressure

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