Blocking
Block the Box
A coach on a box hits at, around, and off the blocker's hands.
Quick look
10 minutes 3–12 playersIntermediateChoose up to three drills, then let the builder complete and time your practice.
What players are learning
Learn to time a block against a real attack.
Set it up
- The coach stands on a box at the antenna.
- A blocker stands opposite.
Run the drill
- The blocker takes their footwork and jumps to block.
- The coach hits at their hands, then around them, then off the top.
- Run 12 attempts and count blocks and touches.
What to say
- Jump after they do, not with them.
- Watch the hitter's shoulder.
- A touch counts.
How to score it
12 attempts. Count blocks and touches. A touch counts.
Make it harder
- Coach moves along the net so the blocker has to travel first.