Serve Over the River
Young servers move gradually behind the end line as their control improves.
Quick look
12 minutes 2–16 playersNew to the game · BeginnerChoose up to three drills, then let the builder complete and time your practice.
What players are learning
Develop successful overhand serving with age-appropriate distance progressions.
See the setup
Where everyone starts
Serve from behind the end line and aim through the court, not just over the net.
Set it up
- Create serving lines at 15, 20, and 30 feet from the net.
Run the drill
- Players begin at the closest line.
- After two successful serves, move back one line.
- If control disappears, move forward and rebuild the motion.
What to say
- Success before distance.
- Small toss, strong hand.
- Step toward where you want the ball to go.