Player Skill Requirements (ASPIRATIONAL GOALS?)
Overview
This Group is for you if:
- you understand the basic strategy of volleyball
- you have played at least some level of structured volleyball in the past.
- you're a thinker more than a 'ball pounder' (i.e. you value long rallies more than repeatedly spiking the ball into the wall)
It's NOT for you if:
- are an absolute beginner or lower level intermediate player.
- you miss more often than you succeed.
- you're not willing to receive constructive criticism
ATTITUDE
Attitude is paramount. You have to be able to communicate well with others. There will often be coaching, feedback from other players and team strategy; it's important to enter these exchanges with a positive attitude & ask questions if you're not sure.
SKILLS: You need to have a SOLID understanding of the skill set (forearm pass, volley, hit, serve, block) and WHEN to use these techniques in a game. See below for more details.
Anticipation / Athleticism: You must be able to either: 1)anticipate game situations and move accordingly, OR, 2) have enough athleticism to overcome your lack to positioning (short-term).
- you understand the basic strategy of volleyball
- you have played at least some level of structured volleyball in the past.
- you're a thinker more than a 'ball pounder' (i.e. you value long rallies more than repeatedly spiking the ball into the wall)
It's NOT for you if:
- are an absolute beginner or lower level intermediate player.
- you miss more often than you succeed.
- you're not willing to receive constructive criticism
ATTITUDE
Attitude is paramount. You have to be able to communicate well with others. There will often be coaching, feedback from other players and team strategy; it's important to enter these exchanges with a positive attitude & ask questions if you're not sure.
SKILLS: You need to have a SOLID understanding of the skill set (forearm pass, volley, hit, serve, block) and WHEN to use these techniques in a game. See below for more details.
Anticipation / Athleticism: You must be able to either: 1)anticipate game situations and move accordingly, OR, 2) have enough athleticism to overcome your lack to positioning (short-term).
Player Assets
- over 18 years of age (otherwise email me)
- understanding of court zones (positions 1-6)
- understanding that the setter will be in position 2.5
- understand a 6-back defense
- understand court positions & switching (left, middle, right, setter)
- respect the basic rules of volleyball (don't go under the net, double hits, lifts)
- understanding of court zones (positions 1-6)
- understanding that the setter will be in position 2.5
- understand a 6-back defense
- understand court positions & switching (left, middle, right, setter)
- respect the basic rules of volleyball (don't go under the net, double hits, lifts)
Fitness Requirements
- good hand-eye coordination (most of the time)
- okay with blocking
- okay with jumping
- okay with 2 hours of moderate exercise
- determined!
- okay with blocking
- okay with jumping
- okay with 2 hours of moderate exercise
- determined!
Skill Requirements
1. Blocking: you must be willing to block, even if it's a very low (defensive) block.
2. Attack: you must be able to jump & hit. You must be able to hit a consistent roll shot, as to avoid getting blocked or hitting in the net when you get a weak set.
3. Forearm pass & volley: If you were standing in the back of the court and someone gave you an EASY TOSS, you are 100% confident that a target standing at the net would be able to catch your pass without breaking into a sprint.
4. Serve: Overhand serve, 5 times in a row without missing.
5. Dig: You can get down into a low defensive position (skip to 1:00) and receive a hard hit ball. Follow the link and listen to commentary to really understand the thought process for digging.
6. Sprawl: You should be comfortable sprawling (i.e. sliding lightly on the floor) after making a difficult pass or volley. Another example: here.
7. Transition: Player understands when to block, when the back off the net, when to start a hit approach (example).
2. Attack: you must be able to jump & hit. You must be able to hit a consistent roll shot, as to avoid getting blocked or hitting in the net when you get a weak set.
3. Forearm pass & volley: If you were standing in the back of the court and someone gave you an EASY TOSS, you are 100% confident that a target standing at the net would be able to catch your pass without breaking into a sprint.
4. Serve: Overhand serve, 5 times in a row without missing.
5. Dig: You can get down into a low defensive position (skip to 1:00) and receive a hard hit ball. Follow the link and listen to commentary to really understand the thought process for digging.
6. Sprawl: You should be comfortable sprawling (i.e. sliding lightly on the floor) after making a difficult pass or volley. Another example: here.
7. Transition: Player understands when to block, when the back off the net, when to start a hit approach (example).
Setters Only
- PLEASE do not volunteer to set a 5-1 unless you are FAST & CONSISTENT
- must be able to volley the ball with a partner (from 4 meters away) without them having to move more than 1 step
- must be able to volley the ball across 3/4 of the court (6 meters) without lifts or double contacts
- must respect their defensive & offensive responsibilities (not just standing at the net waiting to set).
- must be vocal and mindful of their area of responsibility (when to ask for 'help' and not always try to be the hero) .
- must be able to volley the ball with a partner (from 4 meters away) without them having to move more than 1 step
- must be able to volley the ball across 3/4 of the court (6 meters) without lifts or double contacts
- must respect their defensive & offensive responsibilities (not just standing at the net waiting to set).
- must be vocal and mindful of their area of responsibility (when to ask for 'help' and not always try to be the hero) .