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by Gabrielle Reece (Author), Travis Mewhirter (Author)
Pass, set, and hit your way to volleyball confidence
Volleyball For Dummies will help you understand the basics of a sport that's popular around the world. Written by two former pro volleyball players, this book walks you through the rules and scoring systems of both indoor and beach volleyball. Players, coaches, and spectators alike will learn about player positions, core skills and techniques, and levels of play. If you're hitting the court, use this guide to improve your game, with in-depth explanations of proper arm swing, defense, approaching, hitting, digging, passing, serving, blocking, and setting. Plus, you'll find helpful practice drills for yourself and your team. With stories from top players and coaches all about volleyball culture and community, this is a fun and comprehensive introduction to the sport.
- Get a primer on the basics of volleyball so you can enjoy playing, watching, or coaching the sport
- Improve your technique with helpful explanations and illustrations of key moves
- Learn the ins and outs of recreational volleyball, NCAA, semi-professional, Olympic, and international play
- Peek behind the scenes of pro volleyball and learn what it takes to make it to the top of the game
Learn the fundamentals of indoor and beach volleyball, for yourself, your child, your team, or simply as a fan.
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Pass, set, and hit your way to fun
Volleyball is one of the most exciting team sports around, played by more than 800 million people worldwide. Whether you want to join the action on the court or you're a fan looking for insider information, this friendly guide gives you what you need to get started. You'll pick up the rules for indoor and beach volleyball, discover essential techniques like serving, passing, and hitting, and find drills to take your game to the next level. From playing recreationally to following the pros, this For Dummies guide makes volleyball accessible and fun.
Inside...
- Explaining player positions
- Walking you through core skills and techniques
- Focusing on arm swing and hitting tips
- Showcasing passing and setting
- Identifying blocking fundamentals
- Practicing drills to get to the next level
Author Biography
Gabrielle Reece is a volleyball legend, World Championship winner, and Nike's first female cross-training spokesperson.
Travis Mewhirter is a former pro beach volleyball player and Florida State University assistant beach coach who hosts SANDCAST, the top beach volleyball podcast.
