Volleyball....?

Question

what is a best postion in volleyball and what should i do if im not good at setting the ball

Answer 1

well, there are really only 4 positions in volleyball - even though there are six players on the floor.

1 - the setter - the setter is really like the quarterback in football, or the point guard in basketball. The setter always always always get the second hit - and they use that to set up one of the hitters - so they can hopefully spike the ball. The setter needs to be able to consistently set the ball, in a variety of different sets (high, low, quick, outside, inside, etc.).

2 - the middle hitter - this position is usally reserved for taller players - who play the middle front position. They specialize in doing quick sets (1's and 2's), and use their height to their advantage.

3 - the outside hitter - this is the position that usually hits from the front left side of the court (though sometimes the front right). Again, you have to be able to hit a variety of sets from the setter.

4 - defensive specialist. This position has been around for a while, but has changed with the advent of ralley scoring. The new rules for defensive specialist mean that they wear a different colored jersey than everybody else on the court, and they have different rules about rotation. Also, because they're wearing the different jersey - the are not allowed to spike. A lot of times, they are the ones who take the first hit - so they need to be really good at passing, though not neccessarily always a bump (underhand pass). Sometimes the defensive specialist acts as a back-up setter.

Most players like to be hitters - there's something really satisfying about getting a good hit in.

If you're not good at setting, probably a hitter position is good for you. If you're shorter, then you might want to think about the defensive specialist position. However, you'll need to work on your setting.

My suggestion to you is to spend a lot of extra time working on your setting. One thing that I always found helpful is to lay in bed, and set up towards the ceiling, seeing how close you can get the ball to the ceiling without actually touching it.

You won't be actually setting in the correct position - but getting the "soft touch" down.

Answer 2

the best position in volleyball is the very middle because you dont have to worry about never getting the ball and ususally it is always coming to you. i love the middle and serving that i fun too but only if you are good at it. but trust me the middle is the best position

Answer 3

be a defensive specialist (libero)

Answer 4

YOU SHOULD TRY SPIKER! THAT'S ANOTHER COOL POSITION....

Answer 5

idk about the a different position but u should practice or u should ask u'r coach for a different position

Answer 6

personally I'm a good setter or hitter

Answer 7

you could be outside hitter( hits most of the ball)

or

blocker

Answer 8

Your question requires a lot more detail.  If you are tall, you should probably be an attacker.  Middles are generally the tallest, but you must be agile.  If you aren't quick on your feet, you won't be very effective in there because you are required to block pretty much the whole net, and attack with quick tempo in higher levels.  If you aren't that tall, or aren't a very good jumper than a back row player might be better.

Defensive specialists or liberos are strictly for passing and digging.  You are specializing in these skills so you need to be "right on target"...no pun intended :)

If you are a good all around player, other than you mentioned the setting...then outside hitter/right side hitter would be good.  You play all around doing attacking and passing/digging and generally need to be on the floor at all times.  Hope that helps!

Good luck!  And remember if you practice setting it will get better, don't just bail on it because you aren't good at it for the moment. Cheers!

Answer 9

you should be at the back

Answer 10

well, you have to rotate, practice with other players that are good B4 you play with your friends.

Answer 11

digger is a good position if you're not good at setting. It plays on the back row primarily- youve gotta be quick on your feet and not afraid to dive, though! you're there to catch the spikes and sometimes serves from the other team-

Answer 12

It depends, if your quick on your feet and can get a good pass up to the setter then definitely go for back row but if you can hit will and are tall enough to block, try being a hitter. My advice is just to try a bit of everything and see how it works. If you want to improve your setting you can ask your coach to give you some drills to work on at home or just set against a wall. Good luck!

Answer 13

The most fun Position is Opposite...  "usually the tall goofy left handed kid"  You get more of the hits and most offense's revolve around you.  I personally Love being a Libero thou because you get to set up the pass and without you your team is toast

Answer 14

get in the back row if you can serve, be the server, if you cant, get in the middle, or the other side!