Ball Control Warm-up · Deflection Board
Moving backwards away from the net
This is a progression constraint of an existing setup, not a separate exercise with a new photo.
Your exercise in three steps
Ball Control Warm-up · Moving backwards away from the net

Context photo; the steps describe this exercise.
Three vector instruction panels for offline use. The reference photograph is not included.

Base skill reference, not an exact illustration of this individual progression.
Practical on-court execution
Starting coaching cues to adapt for player level, squad size and readiness.
Technical / tactical target
Progress quality volleyball touches toward game-speed sequences.
Court and equipment
Pairs or trios with one ball and a visible setter target.
Keep the board controlled by the feeder and outside the athlete running lane.
Progressive steps
- Start with cooperative forearm contacts to a partner.
- Alternate forearm pass and overhead set with clear calls.
- Introduce a short movement after the feed while retaining ball control.
Moving backwards away from the net
Take two controlled retreat steps, turn to the play and execute from balance.
No separately verified photograph exists for this constraint. See the parent setup reference image.
3 rounds × 60–90 seconds, recording controllable touches.
Platform orientation and setter window remain stable.
Do not increase feed speed before consistent control.