Activity
Digging the Ball
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Volleyball
Technique: Digging
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Volleyball
Technique: Digging
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Volleyball
Technique: Digging
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Volleyball
Technique: Digging
Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Volleyball
Technique: Digging
Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Volleyball
Technique: Digging
Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Volleyball
Technique: Digging
Digging the Ball
Learning Outcomes
Learn the fundamentals of digging in defense.
Improve the ability to react quickly to a spiked ball.
Develop the skill to pass a dig accurately.
Description Of Activity
The coach demonstrates how to "dig" a ball with a forearm pass when the ball comes over the net.
Players will take turns digging balls from different angles, focusing on keeping their platform steady and low.
Variations
Add a second player for a "dig-and-pass" drill where the player must dig the ball and immediately pass it to a teammate.
Change the intensity by increasing the speed of the ball coming over the net.
Coaching Tips
Players should stay low to the ground with knees bent and arms straight.
Encourage a quick reaction time to get into the right position.
Focus on keeping the ball off the floor and directing it to a teammate.
Equipment/Material Required
- Volleyball
- Net