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Spike Practice with Held Ball

Partner practice where one student holds a ball above the net as a target while the other executes full spike approach and contact

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About This Activity

Partner practice where one student holds a ball above the net as a target while the other executes full spike approach and contact

Quick Info

high
24
2-4 volleyball courts with nets (18m x 9m each)

Equipment Required

Volleyballs

1 per group of 3 (8-10 total for class of 30)

Volleyball nets and posts

2-4 nets with adjustable height

Boxes or benches

1 per group of 3 (8-10 total)

Safety matting

Sufficient to cover landing areas both sides of all nets

iPads or recording devices

1 per group of 3 (8-10 total)

Device stands or tripods

1 per group of 3

Spot Markers

8-10 marking three-metre lines and starting positions

Nets

As needed

Safety Mats

As needed

Video Device

As needed

Tee Stands

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 8

Suitable Sports

Volleyball

Activity Tags

Skills

Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Power
Timing
Team Play

Equipment

Ball Required
Minimal Equipment

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression

Values

Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect

Features

Engaging
Fun
Challenging

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Intensity

High Intensity

Weather

All Weather