Drill

Drills

Volleyball

Block Footwork And Press

Fast lateral footwork that finishes with hands pressed over the net

12 min
6 x 6 moves (shuffle and crossover)
Intermediate

Why this drill

Builds toward fast lateral footwork that finishes with hands pressed over the net.

Instructions

  1. 1Start in blocking ready with hands at shoulder height.
  2. 2Shuffle two steps to the pin, square up, and jump pressing over the net.
  3. 3Repeat with a crossover step for the longer distance.
  4. 4Land balanced and reset your hands immediately.

What to focus on

Square shoulders at takeoff, hands press forward not up.

Recommended reps

6 x 6 moves (shuffle and crossover)

Common mistake

Jumping while still drifting sideways.