Fundamental Skills

Question 1

It is the starting play in volleyball and it’s key to gaining an advantage.

Answer 1

Serve

Question 2

The player strikes the ball below the waist, providing consistency, accuracy, and control.

Answer 2

Underhand Serve

Question 3

The player toss the ball into the air and strikes it with an overhand motion.

Answer 3

Overhand Serve

Question 4

Tossing the ball high, taking an approach, and jumping to strike it.

Answer 4

Jump Serve

Question 5

To receive the ball from a serve or attack and initiate the pass-set-spike sequence.

Answer 5

Pass (Bump)

Question 6

It is usually the second contact with the ball. To position the ball in the air for an attack by a hitter.

Answer 6

Set

Question 7

It is an aggressive attack where a player jumps and hits the ball downward into the opponents court.

Answer 7

Spike

Question 8

It is a defensive action where a player jumps to stop or slow down an opponents attack by using their hands.

Answer 8

Block

Question 9

Often used when the defense is scattered or scrambling.

Answer 9

Single Block

Question 10

Two blockers work together to form a walk against the attack.

Answer 10

Double Block

Question 11

Three blockers jumps in unison to shut down a dominant.

Answer 11

Triple Block

Question 12

It is the first line of defense against a spike or attack, preventing the ball from touching the court.

Answer 12

Dig