Volleyball - essential skills and techniques Volleyball set shot

The set shot is a delicate attacking shot that is an important part of the pass-set-spike sequence required for a successful attack.

Stage one

• Stand in position on the balls of your feet, with knees slightly flexed.
• Drive off from legs to get towards the path of the ball.
• Call for the ball.
• Get in line with the ball's path.
• Keep your eyes on the ball at all times.

Stage two

• Move towards the ball.
• Extend your elbows so that your arms are out in front of you at head height.
• Slightly flex your elbows.
• Have your palms facing up and fingers spread.
• Keep your eyes on the ball.

Stage three

• Watch the ball.
• Face the ball in ready position with knees slightly flexed.
• Hands are held above the head, palms up.
• Move body underneath the ball and push the ball into the air with your fingertips.
• Extend knees to help with the push into the air.
• Follow through with fingers pointing at the sky.