Volleyball Ball Control Drill: Elimination

VOLLEYBALL BALL CONTROL DRILL, ELIMINATION DRILL, PASSING DRILL, BACK ROW ATTACK

Volleyball Ball Control Drill: Elimination

This drill develops accuracy in passing, setting, and attacking while forcing players to control their swings by targeting specific opponents. It encourages precision over power, improves ball control, and sharpens focus in competitive situations.

This volleyball ball control drill challenges players to pass, set, and hit with precision, aiming attacks directly at opponents in a competitive elimination format.

• Players: 3 back-row passers per side, 1 setter per side, lines of players waiting to rotate in
• Coach: Positioned with volleyballs to initiate free balls
• Court: Full court, focusing on back-row execution
• Equipment: Volleyballs, net

1. Coach initiates play with a free ball toss to one side (near the 10-foot line).
2. Back-row passer steps forward to pass to the setter, then quickly backs up for a hitting approach.
3. Setter sets back to the same passer.
4. The passer-turned-hitter executes a controlled attack, aiming directly at an opponent on the opposite side (not at the floor).
5. If the ball does not go directly to the intended opposing player, that defender is eliminated and rotates out. A new player steps into the spot.
6. Play continues until only one player remains.
7. Suggested reps: Run 2–3 elimination rounds, each lasting 6–8 minutes depending on group size.

• Serve Start: Begin rallies with a serve instead of a coach toss.
• Target Zones: Require hitters to aim for specific zones or certain players.
• Double Contact Requirement: Passer must pass, set, then hit to increase touches per rally.

• Hitting Accuracy: Stress purposeful swings to a target, not just hard-driven balls.
• Setter Consistency: Encourage clean sets to allow controlled attacks.
• Defensive Readiness: Defenders should stay low and be ready for targeted swings.
• Competition Energy: Keep pace quickly to maintain engagement.
• Common Game Situation: Replicates back-row attacks and controlled swings where accuracy to a specific target can extend rallies or apply tactical pressure.

This drill is excellent as a competitive ball control challenge for mid- to late-practice, keeping intensity high while training accuracy and decision-making.

Drill: Volleyball Ball Control Drill: Elimination
Description: This volleyball ball control drill challenges players to pass, set, and hit with precision, aiming attacks directly at opponents in a competitive elimination format.
Keywords: volleyball ball control drill, elimination drill, passing drill, back row attack

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