OverheadAdvanced
Handle deep lobs with a jumping scissor-kick overhead.
- Players2
- Time12 min
- EquipmentBasket of balls
Setup: Player starts a few feet from the net. Feeder at the opposite baseline hits deep, high lobs.
- Feeder lobs deep toward the player's service line.
- Player turns and moves back with crossover steps.
- Player pushes off the right (back) foot, rotates in the air, and makes contact.
- Player lands on the left foot, then recovers forward.
Coaching cues
- Turn early and get behind the ball
- Explode up off the back foot
- Legs switch in the air, land balanced
Common mistakes
- Jumping before getting behind the ball
- Leaning back instead of reaching up
Progression: Feeder alternates short and deep lobs; player must choose whether to jump.
Coach's note: Use this only once the standing overhead is solid. The landing should be controlled and balanced.