Volleyball Ball Control Drill: Two-Person Four Square

VOLLEYBALL BALL CONTROL DRILL, TWO-PERSON DRILL, PASS-SET-HIT, DOWN BALL ACCURACY

Volleyball Ball Control Drill: Two-Person Four Square

This drill develops ball control through pass-set-hit repetitions while encouraging accuracy and placement with down balls. It also promotes communication and teamwork in a fun, competitive game-like setting.

This volleyball ball control drill uses a two-player four-square game format to improve down ball accuracy, teamwork, and communication.

• Court: Divide one volleyball court lengthwise into four equal squares.
• Players: Teams of two compete in each square.
• Equipment: Volleyballs, cones or tape to mark court divisions, and a net.
• Roles: Square 1 is always the serving square, initiating play.

1. Players in Square 1 serve the ball to begin the rally.
2. Teams of two must complete a pass, set, and controlled down ball back to the opposing team.
3. Teams aim to keep the ball in play by controlling their down-ball placement.
4. If a team makes an error or lets the ball land in their half, they rotate off the court.
5. A new team rotates into Square 4, attempting to work their way around to Square 1.
6. Play continues for a set time (e.g., 8–10 minutes) or until a winning score is established.
7. The team in Square 1 at the end of the game is declared the winner.

• Scoring System: Award 1 point for each successful rally win; keep score for added competition.
• Skill Focus: Restrict first contact to overhead passes or forearm passes only.
• Time Trial: Run for a fixed time and crown the team with the most total rallies won.

• Communication: Encourage teammates to call every ball clearly.
• Controlled Swings: Hitters should focus on accuracy over power.
• Consistency: Pass and set with enough height to allow controlled attacks.
• Fun and Competitive: Keep pace fast and rotations quick to maximize engagement.
• Common Game Situation: Builds the ability to sustain rallies with controlled down balls, similar to out-of-system plays in real matches.

This is a fun, competitive warm-up or skill drill that blends teamwork, accuracy, and communication.

Drill: Volleyball Ball Control Drill: Two-Person Four Square
Description: This volleyball ball control drill uses a two-player four-square game format to improve down ball accuracy, teamwork, and communication.
Keywords: volleyball ball control drill, two-person drill, pass-set-hit, down ball accuracy

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