
Next Level 400 Series
Next Level 400 Series Lesson #1
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!
Counter Attack Mechanic
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Prep is key- Good ready position out in front – watching for the attackable ball coming at you
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Do not take a big back swing- meet the ball out in front
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Accelerate through the ball
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Finish out in front ready for the next shot to come at you
Speed Up & Counter Attack Drill
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Players stand straight on to each other at the NVZ
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Engage in dinking rally and take turns who will speed up the ball
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Player receiving the speed up must counter attack and stay in the hand battle
Slide Volley Footwork and Body
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Slide sideways and turn slightly to accommodate hitting the ball more to the side of you but still in front
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A ball to the side can be attacked more aggressively than a ball right at your shoulder
Slide & Volley Drill
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Players stand at NVZ straight on
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1 Player hits volleys at partner’s chest
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Partner must side slide to create space to hit volley more out to the side
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Alternate forehand and backhand slide