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Serving progression drill--tossing in front of serving shoulder
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The Art of Coaching Volleyball • The Art of Coaching Volleyball
National Coaching Clinic Instructors
Session Overview
With over 540,000 views, this Art of Coaching Volleyball drill breaks down the overhand serving motion into isolated steps to fix the #1 beginner serving flaw: an erratic toss. Athletes practice stepping and letting the toss drop onto a floor target in front of their hitting shoulder before adding the swing.
Core Biomechanical & Tactical Principles
- Isolate the step-and-toss motion by having players let the ball drop to the floor; it should land directly in front of the hitting foot.
- Keep the tossing arm straight and lift the ball to just above full reach height rather than flicking the wrist.
- Establish the bow-and-arrow hitting arm load before tossing so the athlete only has to step, lift, and strike.
Verbal Coaching Cues for Practice:
"Draw the bow first""Toss drops in front of hitting foot""Lift to reach height, don't throw high"
Why Recommended for Coaches:
The single best progression drill for teaching youth and beginner players how to toss consistently in front of their serving shoulder.
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"Lift to reach height, don't throw high"
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