Drill

Drills

Volleyball

Back Set Accuracy Ladder

Push the ball backward with the same hand shape used on a front set

12 min
5 x 12 back sets to a marked target
Intermediate

Why this drill

Builds toward push the ball backward with the same hand shape used on a front set.

Instructions

  1. 1Start facing the net with a normal set posture.
  2. 2Extend the wrists and arch slightly to send the ball behind you without turning the shoulders.
  3. 3Track ball flight over your head to confirm you did not open your body toward the target.
  4. 4Hit a taped target zone behind you for at least 8 of 12 reps.

What to focus on

Wrist extension and arch, body stays facing the net.

Recommended reps

5 x 12 back sets to a marked target

Common mistake

Turning the shoulders and hips toward the back target instead of extending the wrists.