Volleyball Positions and Responsibilities

Coach Coco introduces volleyball positions, explaining the roles and skills needed for each. The video covers the setter, opposite, outside hitter, libero, middle blocker, and defensive specialist, providing insights into their responsibilities and how to choose the best position based on individual skills and preferences.

What is the primary role of a volleyball setter?

• To play defense in the back row

• To control the offense and set up attacks

• To block the opponent's attacks

• To serve the ball

Which position is best suited for left-handed players?

• Libero

• Outside Hitter

• Opposite

• Middle Blocker

What is a key skill for an outside hitter?

• Playing only in the back row

• Blocking and attacking from the left side

• Wearing a different colored shirt

• Setting the ball

Why is the outside hitter considered critical to the game?

• They are the best passers

• They only play in the back row

• They are often set the most and are strong attackers

• They control the game tempo

What distinguishes a libero from other players?

• They are the tallest players on the team

• They wear a different colored shirt and play only in the back row

• They are responsible for serving

• They can play in both front and back rows

What is a primary responsibility of a libero?

• To serve the ball

• To block at the net

• To set the ball for attackers

• To pass and defend in the back row

What is the main job of a middle blocker?

• To serve the ball

• To block the ball from coming over the net

• To set the ball for attackers

• To play defense in the back row

Which position can substitute for any player on the court?

• Outside Hitter

• Defensive Specialist

• Libero

• Setter

What skill is important for a middle blocker to develop, even if they don't use it often?

• Spiking

• Passing

• Setting

• Serving

What is a key characteristic of a defensive specialist?

• They are strong passers and can attack from any position

• They wear a different colored shirt

• They only play in the front row

• They are the tallest players on the team