PEH_Basics Flashcards
is what begins the game
serve
the skill that is performed by the playing in the receiving side
passing
action of playing the ball to a teammate; usually done in an overhead motion
setting
when having a hard time getting a good position for a hand set, player could tend to use his forearms passing motionto set which is called
bump setting
action of sending the ball overthe net to the opponent’s court
attacking/spiking
the volleyball “_______________” is often thought as the most fun skill in volleyball.
approach and hit
action of trying to prevent the ball from crossing the net to your court
block
action of playing the ball in a way that you prevent the ball from touching your court’s ground
digging
to get good at these volleyball basics, you need _____- ______, ________coordination, _________ with your teammate, and _________how to play volleyball.
physical proficiency; hand-arm-eye coodination- communication- understand
5 main positions in volleyball
Setter(S) , outside hitter(OH), libero(L), main blocker(MB/ MH), opposite hitter (OPP/RS)
Responsible for distributing the
ball to their teammates.
The key playmaker and determine
the direction of the team’s attack.
It requires superior communication
skills to run plays and lead the
team.
SETTER
Must understand how to break the
other team’s defense system and
distribute every second ball to put
the hitter in an advantageous
position to score.
A good _______ has excellent ball
control, court awareness, and
decision-making skills.
SETTER
Commands the defensive line of a
team.
Is specialized in passing the ball,
setting the ball from the back row,
playing defense, and serving in the
case of American volleyball where a
_________ is allowed to serve.
LIBERO
wears a different jersey to contrast
with his or her teammate’s jerseys
and depending on the rotation the
libero switches from the inside to
the outside of the court (and vice
versa) several times in a match.
It requires an individual with
leadership skills and an agile to
command the defense and save
plays.
A good __________ has quick footwork,
good ball control, and excellent
passing skills.
LIBERO
Typically, the most athletic player
on the court.
Responsible for attacking the ball
from the front row and playing
defense from the back row.
Responsible for attacking and
blocking on the left side of the
court, as well as passing,
defending, and serving.
Needs to master offensive and
defensive skills.
outside hitterv (OH)
To perform well as an outside
hitter requires a physically
coordinated athlete able to
score points and dominate the
first touch to perform a perfect
pass toward the setter.
A _________ has a
combination of power, accuracy,
and versatility.
OUTSIDE HITTER
Also known as a right-side hitter
Typically, the second attacker and
is responsible for hitting the ball
from the back row.
Often play as backup Setter and
may be called upon to set the ball
in certain situations.
Needs to be filled by a physically
strong athlete who can jump high
and focus on the offensive game by
scoring points and serving hard.
A good________ has good ball
control, versatility, and a
well-rounded skill set.
OPPOSITE HITTER
aka middle hitter
Responsible for blocking shots at
the net and attacking the ball in the
front row.
Also play defense in the back row.
Often the tallest on the team and is
required to block and jump high to
facilitate his or her team’s
defensive system.
middle blocker
Required to master blocking
skills and fast temp attacks.
Needs to read the other team’s
offense to understand where and
how to block the opponent
player.
A good __________r has a strong
arm swing, good timing, and
effective footwork.
middle blocker
team’s main scorer
opposite hitter
second touch, offensive leader
setter
Serving
powerful serves and smart
serves.
serving specialist
Outside
hitter who has outstanding
passing and defensive skills.
defensive specialist
