A focused core + an adaptable library

Find the right drill for today's practice.

Learn a small set of dependable activities first. Use the full library when your team, space, or teaching goal calls for a variation.

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Drill library

8 drills that fit

Every drill includes setup, instructions, and simple coaching cues.

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BlockingNew to the game

Blocking and net defenseReset

Blocking Footwork Line

Shuffle and crossover blocking footwork on command, with the hands up the whole time.

6 min 1+ players

BlockingNew to the game

Blocking and net defenseFoundational skill work

Press Over the Net

A held ball above the tape teaches blockers to reach over rather than up.

6 min 2–14 players

BlockingIntermediate

Blocking and net defenseFoundational skill work

Block the Box

A coach on a box hits at, around, and off the blocker's hands.

10 min 3–12 players

BlockingIntermediate

Blocking and net defenseFoundational skill work

Close the Double

The middle travels and closes the seam until no daylight is left in the block.

10 min 4–12 players

BlockingAdvanced

Blocking and net defenseFoundational skill work

Read the Setter

Blockers hold their base until the setter's hands release the ball.

10 min 5–14 players

BlockingAdvanced

Blocking and net defenseFoundational skill work

Block-Transition-Attack

Block, land, pull off the net, and attack, all as one continuous cycle.

12 min 4–12 players

BlockingIntermediate

Blocking and net defenseFoundational skill work

Block and Cover

Defenders behind the block learn to play deflections instead of watching them drop.

10 min 6–14 players

BlockingAdvanced

Blocking and net defenseFoundational skill work

Blocker vs. Hitter

A one-on-one competition at the net with points for stuffs, touches, and kills.

12 min 4–12 players

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The Core 12

You do not need a new drill every practice. Learn these twelve, then adjust the space, scoring, speed, or number of players while keeping the purpose clear.

Reset

Get players touching a ball, moving, and ready to learn.

Foundational skill work

Simplify one movement briefly before adding a real read.

Representative skill work

Practice a real read or decision with a clear outcome.

Game-like transfer

Test the skill in scoring, rallies, and team play.