Transition
Down Ball Transition
The same transition as a free ball, but it starts with a dig instead of a pass.
Quick look
10 minutes 6–14 playersIntermediateChoose up to three drills, then let the builder complete and time your practice.
What players are learning
Learn to dig a down ball and still run your offense.
Set it up
- Six players on court in defense.
- The coach standing at the attack line.
Run the drill
- The coach hits a standing down ball.
- The team digs it, transitions, and attacks.
- Run 10 down balls and count completed attacks.
What to say
- A down ball is a dig, not a pass.
- Get lower than you think you need to.
- Hitters, off the net.
How to score it
10 down balls, count completed attacks.
Make it harder
- Alternate free ball and down ball with no verbal cue.