Would love a video about how to more effectively see the block and court when attacking. I think it's the most overlooked part of attacking. People often mention 'seeing the block' but it isn't explained exactly how you teach yourself to see the block.
Thanks for the idea! I think it is A MYTH. I'll work on a video that breaks that down. For a test though: If I said to you the pass is out of system... are these first three things you think of... 1) The set will be high 2) There will be a triple block 3) Hit deep cross off hands The last 5% you can and make subtle adjustments based on the block, but 95% of the time you should know what the situation is and problem solve from there
Love the video and how you explain when to use each shot. I feel like I have the knowledge of what shots are out there, but don't really know when to utilize each shot (i.e. when to hit over the block, when to hit waterfall shots, etc.) so this was super helpful. Curious, what are your thoughts on best types of shots to hit as an outside if a set is off the net (5 feet) and inside?
Awesome! Glad it helped. In your question: If the set is off and in.. I’m assuming your approach is good and you’re jumping well and into the ball. If you are, the blocker is gonna follow you and take away your most powerful shot. SO if I felt good, I would go deep cross high off the middle blockers left hand. It would be a flatter shot with only a couple rotations. Anything with too much spin would pop of the block or go downward into the block. I would choose that if I felt good or a shot over the block to the setter if I didn’t feel like the situation was perfect. You could go around the block or tip over the block as well.
How do you feel about the thumb down roll shot to 3 just over the inside hand of the middle blocker? I have found it tends to frustrate the opposing block and sucks the opposing OH into the court more - which opens up the line shot even more on an up tempo follow up attack.
I've always been one to try cutting every ball I swing to avoid blockers. I could usually cut through most blocks so I have issues resorting to block outs even when it might be a better choice. Any thoughts on doing it more often because my brain always goes "into block = bad". This is definitely something I should be doing more often.
I’m the opposite! I love block out haha I think we all have our tendencies. The best players do too, but they’re also aware of the situation and allow the set or the play to dictate what they choose. Try being aware of the situation (in system/out of system) and the set (inside/outside/tight) and then CHOOSING the best option… not just relying on your comfort swing
I have the same mindset. What me a lot was just forcing myself to think about my options leading up to the hit which helped me to have better awareness of the blocker's positions rather than getting tunnel vision and trying to decide in a split second where is best to hit (ends up being the cut shot you mentioned).
Great video, I love that you not only explain what to do, but go more in depth on how to do it. I have a general question about the attack: What is your main focus in the arm swing/attack? The elbow first? Because for me I always try to change something in the arm swing because it definetly needs some work, but I never seem to be able to integrate changes into my actual attack while jumping. Usually my arm swing gets way too slow then. So I am wondering if there is one key indicator of performance(😅) that I should focus on?
Great question! 2 Answers 🙂 1) Do not think during the attack. We want to be aware of what are body is doing but we don't want to think 'Elbow Down' or 'Arms Back'. Imagine a golfer thinking about all the things to do in their swing. Your mind needs to be free but still aware of what it's doing so you know after the attack. 2) Your brain needs feedback: After the tip above, ask yourself what went right or wrong. Have someone film you. Watch some pros. Get some feedback from a coach. All of this information will start training the brain the right technique and it'll fix over time!
@@fourathletes4 I have one follow up question then: If I want to implement changes I have to be focused on that change during the attack, dont I? Thx for taking the time!
Thinking slows down our body and doesn’t allow us to be free and athletic. To put it simply 90% of your mind should be free and reacting to the situation 10% of your mind should be aware of what your body is doing so you can deconstruct the action at the end of the rep. Tip: Try to be more aware of what’s going on instead of thinking and overloading the brain through the rep
@@fourathletes4 I don't think this link is working anymore, is there still an Android app available? Love your videos, would be great to see the one you mentioned about outside hitter routes. Thanks for all the great tips + drills!
