π‘οΈ Defence
AdvancedOverhead Dig & Tomahawk
Playing a ball that arrives at shoulder height or above. Hands are joined above the head (hands together or a "tomahawk") to rebound the ball upward.
Side view
πͺ Step by step
- React with hands above the forehead.
- Join the hands (one fist inside the other, or palms together).
- Keep the hands firm and angle the ball up.
- Single contact, no catch or throw.
π£οΈ Coaching cues
βHands high and firmββRebound upβ
β οΈ Common mistakes
- Letting the ball go through the hands
- Catching it
ποΈ Drills
- Partner drives at shoulder height