Coach-Hit Dig
Defenders read a controlled coach attack and dig toward the middle of the court.
Quick look
12 minutes 3–14 playersBeginner · Intermediate
Family: Reading and defense Choose up to three drills, then let the builder complete and time your practice.
What players are learning
Build a balanced defensive posture and a playable first contact.
Set it up
- A coach stands on a box or safely on the same side, with a target at middle-front.
Run the drill
- Send controlled down balls to different sides of the defender.
- The defender digs high toward the target and recovers to base.
- Complete six balls, then rotate.
What to say
- Stay forward and ready.
- Read the hitter before moving.
- Dig high enough for a teammate to help.