Setup
Attacker at the kitchen line, defender in the transition zone (about 12 feet from the net).
Reps
3 sets of 20 attacks, then switch
How to run it
- 1Attacker hits firm volleys at the defender's feet and body.
- 2Defender resets each ball softly into the kitchen and takes a half step forward.
- 3Score how many of 20 resets land in the kitchen.
- 4Switch roles after each set.
Watch for
- Tight grip that sends the reset high
- Standing tall instead of getting low
- Swinging at the ball
Make it harder
Attacker mixes in dinks and lobs so the defender must recognize when to reset and when to move up.