Objectives:
To learn to effectively adjust their passing platform when getting into position to pass.

• This drill begins with a line of players at the end line facing the volleyball net.
• The coach stands near middle front position on the court.
• The first player in line starts the drill by lying on his/her stomach on the ground looking at the coach.
• The coach slaps the ball and the player gets up off the floor by pushing up with their arms.

• As the player is getting up, the coach bounce passes the ball in the direction of the player.

• The player performs a run through technique to successfully get to the ball and pass it to the target.

Variation:
You can also have the players perform the drill near their base defensive positions. This will make the volleyball drill more game-like.

Benefits:
Players need to be comfortable getting up off the floor quickly to make defensive plays. The drills exploding up off the ground component is good for training volleyball conditioning.