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Volleyball Skills Training - BASIC DIGGING
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Manuel Sumanguid III • Solid Seven
National Team & Collegiate Champion Libero
Session Overview
National team and collegiate champion libero Manuel Sumanguid III demonstrates the small technical adjustments that make a massive difference in basic digging and partner pepper. The video highlights low hip posture, keeping the platform detached from the torso, and using subtle shoulder shrugs to guide digs cleanly to the setter.
Core Biomechanical & Tactical Principles
- Lower your hips below the level of the ball so your platform naturally angles the dig upward into the court
- Keep space between your elbows and your ribcage so you can adjust your platform angle smoothly in any direction
- Absorb hard-hit balls during pepper by relaxing your shoulders and holding your platform angle after contact
Verbal Coaching Cues for Practice:
"Hips lower than the ball""Keep space between your arms and body""Soft shoulders, firm platform"
Why Recommended for Coaches:
Practical, easy-to-apply libero adjustments that players can practice during daily partner pepper or solo home training.
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