WorksheetsOverhead Digging Techniques in Volleyball
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is another name for digging spikes with your hands in volleyball?
Underhand passing
Overhead digging
Setting
Blocking
Why is digging a spike with your hands considered a last resort technique?
It's against the rules
It provides less control than using a platform
It's only for beginners
It causes too much pain
Which of the following describes the correct starting defensive position for overhead digging?
Hands together, elbows straight, feet in front of head
Hands apart, elbows slightly bent in, feet behind head
Hands apart, elbows straight, feet under head
Hands together, elbows bent out, feet behind head
What is the correct hand position for contacting the ball during an overhead dig?
Thumbs pointing away from each other, hands soft
Thumbs pointing at each other, hands stiff
Fingers interlaced, hands soft
Palms open, fingers spread wide
What is a common mistake defenders make regarding their platform when attempting an overhead dig?
Keeping their platform too low
Putting their platform together too early
Not using their platform at all
Keeping their platform too high
Why is an upright defensive posture with feet directly under or in front of you a mistake in overhead digging?
It makes you too slow to react
It prevents you from moving the ball forward effectively
It makes you look less aggressive
It's only suitable for blocking
What is the benefit of keeping your elbows bent when performing an overhead dig?
It makes the ball easier to control
It allows for more reaction time and strength to push the ball
It prevents injuries to the shoulders
It helps to disguise your intentions
Why should your hands be stiff, not soft, when performing an overhead dig?
Soft hands cause the ball to slip or go behind you
Stiff hands make the ball travel faster
Soft hands are only for setting
Stiff hands are more comfortable
