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Self-Toss Arm Swing

Players rehearse a high contact and controlled down ball without needing a setter.

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10 minutes 218 playersNew to the game · Beginner

Choose up to three drills, then let the builder complete and time your practice.

What players are learning

Learn a safe, complete attacking arm swing and topspin contact.

01

Set it up

  1. Partners face each other 15–20 feet apart.
02

Run the drill

  1. Self-toss, contact high, and send a controlled down ball to the partner.
  2. The partner catches or passes, then repeats.
  3. Progress from standing to a small step-close approach.
03

What to say

  • Reach high, not forward.
  • Lead with the elbow.
  • Snap over the top of the ball.