COACHES MANUAL

Level I - Coaches Manual
C. Fundamental Postures for Blocker
Hands behind ears; 90 degree angle at hips and legs; 100 to 110 degree angle at knees; 80 to 90 degree angle at
ankles (P 63).
D. Height and necessary Conditions for Blocking
Jump as high as possible and extend hands over the net at the following heights (P 64):
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Men - Elbow over the net
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Women - Middle of arm between elbows and wrists over the net
Proper timing is a very important element in perfect blocking. If timing is poor, the ball will deflect away after the block.
In badly timed jumps or bad posture, the ball will fall between the net and the body. Receiver in back court may not
anticipate the path of the spiked ball and will be unable to receive the ball properly. Timing for the blocker will depend
upon the jumping ability of the spiker, the force of the spiked ball and the distance of the set from the net.
P 63: Angle Before Block
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P 64: Blocking Form