Wall Spike Practice
Individual spike approach and contact practice using wall as target, developing three-step footwork, timing, and ball contact technique
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About This Activity
Individual spike approach and contact practice using wall as target, developing three-step footwork, timing, and ball contact technique
Quick Info
high
15
Minimum 10m wall length x 5m depth per group, 5m+ ceiling height
Equipment Required
Volleyballs
1 per student (ideal) or 1 per 2 students (minimum)
Cones or floor markers
10-15 for marking 3m line and spacing
Coloured tape or chalk
3 different colours for target zones
Ball bag or storage
1-2 for organised ball collection
Cones
As needed
Coloured Tape
As needed
Ball Bag
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Jumping
Timing
Body Control
Agility
Equipment
Ball Required
Cones Required
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Individual Practice
Skill Progression
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Intensity
High Intensity
Weather
All Weather
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