Tactical Setter Options - Triangle Formation
Small group tactical volleyball drill where setters develop unpredictability by choosing between multiple attacking options in triangle formation
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Small group tactical volleyball drill where setters develop unpredictability by choosing between multiple attacking options in triangle formation
Quick Info
moderate
24
Minimum 15m x 15m for multiple groups of 3-6 working simultaneously
Equipment Required
Volleyballs
1 per group (class of 30 in groups of 3 = 10 balls)
Cones or markers
3-6 per group for position marking (optional but helpful)
Volleyball net (for advanced version)
1-2 nets if available
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Body Control
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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