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  • The Importance of the ServeCreated: Thu May 8 02:28:32 2008
    Too many players forget what a great opportunity the serve is to earn a point. A good serve can set the momentum for the entire rally…
  • Mizuno Wave Tornado 3Created: Sun Apr 27 17:54:33 2008
    A review of the latest installment of the popular Wave Tornado line…
  • ASICS International Net AntennaUpdated: Sun Apr 27 17:46:09 2008
    Looking to build your own court? Find information on one brand of antenna…
  • 6-2: The BasicsUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:23 2008
    An outline to quickly orient you with the basics of the 6-2…
  • 5-1: The BasicsUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:22 2008
    An outline to quickly orient you with the basics of the 5-1…
  • 4-2: The BasicsUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:21 2008
    An outline to quickly orient you with the basics of the 4-2…
  • Serve Receive PracticeCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:20 2008
    An effective drill to warm up and to practice serve receive…
  • The Importance of WaterCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:18 2008
    Every athlete should be informed on how to stay hydrated and healthy. Here are some tips to help you maintain your fluid intake…
  • Rally Scoring SystemUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:17 2008
    Find the information you will need to become familiar with the standard for today's scoring…
  • The Importance of SleepCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:16 2008
    Adequate sleep is essential for an athlete. Here are some tips to help get you a better nights sleep…
  • The Basic SkillsCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:14 2008
    An introduction…
  • Digging Step by StepUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:12 2008
    Step by step instruction on how to dig effectively…
  • Volleyball in the OlympicsCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:10 2008
    A time line for your reference on volleyball's involvement in the Olympic Games. …
  • Playing in EuropeCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:09 2008
    Find information on playing professionally in Europe…
  • Molten Pro Touch Leather VolleyballUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:08 2008
    A review of the official ball of the NCAA Men's Championships…
  • ASO Ankle BraceUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:08 2008
    A review of one of the most popular brands of lace-up ankle braces…
  • When to Get a New Pair of ShoesUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:07 2008
    Your shoes will wear out eventually but it can be difficult to recognize when exactly that is. Here are some tips to help you set aside those old shoes and get some new ones. …
  • The Summer BeforeUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:06 2008
    Here are some tips to make the most of your time during the summer before college. It is a big step so make sure you are ready for it…
  • The Importance of PassingUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:05 2008
    Passing is the single most important skill that a player can develop to be successful. It is especially important to put an emphasis on passing when players are young…
  • The Importance of the Time OutUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:03 2008
    The time out should be taken lightly as simply a time to have a chat with the team. It can be a very effective tool for a coach…
  • PepperUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:02 2008
    Get familiar with one of the most popular drills in volleyball…
  • The Warm UpUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:01 2008
    You should begin every practice and game with a thorough warm up. Familiarize yourself with the benefits of a proper warm up and how to integrate one into your routine…
  • Common Hand InjuriesUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:03:00 2008
    Acquaint yourself with some of the common hand injuries which can occur in volleyball…
  • Practice DivingUpdated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:59 2008
    Diving is a crucial skill in volleyball and it takes practice to be comfortable doing it…
  • Cover Your HitterCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:58 2008
    The importance and benefits of covering a hitter…
  • Stay on the LineCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:56 2008
    The importance of your position on the court when digging a ball hit down the line…
  • What is Volleyball?Created: Fri Apr 18 17:02:55 2008
    An introduction to the sport…
  • Hitting Step by StepCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:53 2008
    Learn to hit with these quick and easy steps…
  • DigCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:52 2008
    A defensive contact…
  • Double ContactCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:51 2008
    Double contact with the ball by a player…
  • D.S.Created: Fri Apr 18 17:02:50 2008
    Defensive Specialist…
  • Down BallCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:50 2008
    A ball sent over the net by an overhand swing…
  • DumpCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:48 2008
    An action performed by the setter…
  • End-lineCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:47 2008
    The rear boundary…
  • FaultCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:46 2008
    A violation of the rules…
  • Float ServeCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:45 2008
    A type of serve…
  • Foot FaultCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:44 2008
    A fault while serving…
  • Free BallCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:43 2008
    An easy ball coming over the net…
  • Front RowCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:42 2008
    The area in front of the attack line…
  • Front Row AttackCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:42 2008
    An attack in front of the three meter line…
  • JoustCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:41 2008
    A simultaneous block by opposing players…
  • Jump FloatCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:41 2008
    A variation of the float serve…
  • Jump serveCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:40 2008
    A type of serve…
  • NailCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:39 2008
    A great pass…
  • LiftCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:39 2008
    Catching or throwing the ball…
  • OverCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:38 2008
    Touching the ball on the opponent's side of the net…
  • PancakeCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:38 2008
    A dig with a flat hand on the floor…
  • PepperCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:37 2008
    A drill involving two players hitting the ball back and forth…
  • RallyCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:36 2008
    A series of plays…
  • RoofCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:36 2008
    An amazing block…
  • RotationsCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:35 2008
    The order in which players must serve…
  • ScreeningCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:33 2008
    Blocking a passer's view of the server…
  • SeamCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:32 2008
    The area between two blockers or passers…
  • ShagCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:31 2008
    To collect the balls…
  • ShankCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:30 2008
    A very bad pass…
  • Side OutCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:29 2008
    When the team receiving the serve wins the point…
  • SpikeCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:28 2008
    Another word for an attack…
  • SprawlCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:27 2008
    Performed during a dig when a normal dive is not possible…
  • TipCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:26 2008
    A ball that is pushed over the net…
  • ToolCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:25 2008
    A ball that is hit off the block…
  • UnderCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:24 2008
    A fault in which the player goes under the net…
  • Cut ShotCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:23 2008
    An attack with a sharp angle…
  • CarryCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:21 2008
    A lift…
  • BumpCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:19 2008
    A forearm pass…
  • Back Row AttackCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:17 2008
    An attack from behind the three meter line…
  • Back RowCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:15 2008
    The area behind the attack line…
  • Attack LineCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:14 2008
    The three meter line…
  • AceCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:11 2008
    A serve which results in a point…
  • Setting Step by StepCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:08 2008
    Learn to set with these quick and easy steps…
  • The Float Serve Step by StepCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:02:05 2008
    Learn how to float serve with these easy steps…
  • Passing Step by StepCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:58 2008
    Learn to pass with these easy steps…
  • Float Serve vs. Jump ServeCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:51 2008
    Get info on the pros and cons of the jump serve and the float serve…
  • Training ResourcesCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:48 2008
    Get training tips and info on training products to help imporve your game…
  • How to BlockCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:47 2008
    Get the info you need in order to start out on the road to crowd-pleasing blocks…
  • California Beach TournamentsCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:46 2008
    If you live in California and you are looking for a local beach tournament then get the latest schedule and info…
  • NCAA Women's VolleyballCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:44 2008
    Visit the official site of the NCAA to access the latest news and get info on all of your favorite teams…
  • Stanford Girls CampCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:42 2008
    One of the top programs in the country offers camps for various age groups…
  • Formations: An IntroductionCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:39 2008
    Get familiar with the basics on the different formations used in volleyball…
  • Karch KiralyCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:38 2008
    Get familiar with one the biggest names in volleyball…
  • Product Review- Knee PadsCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:36 2008
    Looking to invest in a set of knee pads? Get some info on two very popular types and the pros and cons of each…
  • How to Choose a LiberoCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:34 2008
    Choosing a Libero is an important decision when organizing your team. Learn what to look for in the right Libero…
  • The LiberoCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:32 2008
    Learn the basics on what the Libero is and why the position was introduced…
  • Essential Volleyball GearCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:30 2008
    One of the perks of volleyball is that there is very little gear that you need in order to play. Learn the basics about shoes, knee pads, ankle braces and more…
  • VolleyballCreated: Fri Apr 18 17:01:26 2008
    Whether you are new to volleyball or a seasoned veteran, stay informed on this growing sport. Get tips on strategy, coaching, and how to develop your skills. Also, keep up to date on current news…
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