Volleyball Height./?

Question

I am an outside hitter. Im 5'2 . Im athletic & strong but short.. Right now my vertical is only 19 inches, and i know its pathetic of me to think that i will someday be on varsity because of my height. What can i do to improve my hitting and Vertical?

Answer 1

Don't be discouraged about your hieght in volleyball. Coaches usually do not look for your height; but your ability to play. As long as you can get your arms up you'll do fine.

My suggestions on hitting is to get your timing right. Your timing is the most important part in hitting the ball because it takes accuracy and good aim.

Also, swinging your arms as you jump will get you a few more inches off the ground than normal. Good luck! =]

Answer 2

as long as you can hit the ball when it comes over the net, that's all you have to worry about.

Answer 3

I'm 5'5 and have this problem too.  Even though I'm three inches taller it doesn't make it easier to jump.  Currently I'm in strength training.  Try and find out if there's a physical therapist who teaches strength training.  We work and all different exercise to improve the height of my jump and bringing all the force I have to spike.  I suggest to find a place where you can lift weights and run. try four to five times a week and see how you improve. I know it has worked for me.  I'm the best spiker on my team, both strong and accurate.  One team realized how powerful my spike was and has I could change from that to a gentle tip without giving it away.  THey eventually gave up blocking me and went back hoping they could dig it up!!!!

Answer 4

jump hi hit hard

my coach is about 5'2

she kicks butt

and hard

just reach for the stars

Answer 5

hight does not matter. i am short and i am the best setter on the team. you should practice hitting a volleyball to yourself and that will get you better.

Answer 6

try stepping back away from the net, my younger sister plays vball on the varsity team w/ me and she's 5'1, but she has a great hit because she takes a couple of steps back and hits kinda upward-ish (sry i can't really explain it), and then it takes a slam down because it's already reached maximum height

Answer 7

I play volleyball, But in the contrary im tall. Most girls on my team are short and they play fine ( sometimes better than me!) They jump high and serve the ball really well.