Next Level 400 Series

Thank you for attending Lesson 1 of our 12 week Training Series! Please note that lessons do not have to be taken in numerical order. You are welcome to start anytime during the 2 month rotation.

 

Here are your notes and homework from class. Keep practicing to solidify all you learned.

 

Looking forward to seeing you next week!

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Counter Attack Mechanic

• Prep is key-  Good ready position out in front – watching for the attackable ball coming at you

• Do not take a big back swing- meet the ball out in front

• Accelerate through the ball

• Finish out in front ready for the next shot to come at you

 

Speed Up & Counter Attack Drill

• Players stand straight on to each other at the NVZ

• Engage in dinking rally and take turns who will speed up the ball

• Player receiving the speed up must counter attack and stay in the hand battle

 

Slide Volley Footwork and Body 

• Slide sideways and turn slightly to accommodate hitting the ball more to the side of you but still in front

• A ball  to the side can be attacked more aggressively than a ball right at your shoulder

 

Slide & Volley Drill

• Players stand at NVZ straight on

• 1  Player hits volleys at partner’s chest

• Partner must side slide to create space to hit volley more out to the side

• Alternate forehand and backhand slide