Wednesday, 4 January 2012

Basic Defense for Volleyball Games

By Cara Bell


In spite of which side of the net the ball is on, in the game of volleyball, you constantly have to be all set for the next game. Timing your bumps and sets at just the right second is a vital factor in the game's defense. Many techniques can be used defensively to build your volleyball group a solid weapon, helping to ensure you set up the ball for the very best offensive attack possible.

The first step that has to be performed by the defense is to prepare to receive the serve from the opposing team. A great technique to accomplish this is to ensure that all players are in a place where they can keep the ball from hitting the ground. All players should have their knees bent a bit so their legs are prepared to go wherever the ball goes. Overall, you are going to want the front and back lines to be able to cover quite a bit of area in order to get the ball. Frequently, team captains want the front line to take a step back and the back line to take a step forward to make sure all areas are covered.

After everyone is set in the right positions, they will need to be ready to attack the ball when it gets to their side. This will begin by being ready for the attack. It is best to get the ball when it is right below your chin. This will make it easier to hit, and you will be able to do so with more power. You will also want to get under the ball in order to keep it off the ground and going towards the other side of the court.

From here, the most important part of playing defensively is to block the ball. Each player should act like the ball is coming towards them, and should be ready to stop it from a fall when they see it.

Part of the blocking may be to make sure that if a block is missed, someone else grabs the ball. Other players should be ready to block the ball by the net, just in case it comes too close to hitting the net and falling. Front line players need to be prepared to block up against the net to protect the ball from getting near the net and hitting the ground.




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