Loving air volleyball is a kind of attitude to life!
Pad ball, a fundamental and crucial technique, plays an indispensable role in the fierce confrontation of air volleyball. It is not only an introductory course for beginners, but also a secret weapon for masters to turn danger into defense and attack. Today, let's delve into the mysteries of cushion ball and give you wings on the field! (The batting action of making the incoming ball block with both hands and the low ball with both hands to cushion the ball through the attack action of the arm or other parts of the body is called the cushion technique.) ）
A feature and function, the double charm of the cushion ball!
The cushion ball is known for its simplicity and ease of learning, and is the go-to skill for beginners in air volleyball. What's more, it is good at dealing with incoming balls that are far away from the body, fast, and low arc, and has become the only way to receive, dunk, and catch the ball back.
With the development of air volleyball, the traditional cushion technique has been supplemented to a certain extent by the characteristic technique of passing, especially in dealing with the "big and light" air volleyball. However, for middle-aged and elderly players, cushion ball is still their trusted partner, and its application on the field is still widespread and important.
Cushion ball common technology, the magic balm in actual combat!
(1) Frontal two-handed cushion - the foundation of the foundation, the ABC of the cushion world!
- Holding fists, stacking palms, leaning on each other, different hand types, the same power. Press down on your wrists and stretch your arms out to meet the challenge.
- Pad light ball, half-squat standby, the ball to the front of the abdomen, the perfect fusion of wrist and arm strength, a gentle push, the ball is a smooth transition.
- Cushion the heavy ball, squat to deal with it, include the chest and abdomen, cushion and control in parallel, and the heavy ball can also save the day.
(2) Lateral cushion ball - broad protection, flexible strain.
- When the ball comes from the side, the sidepad comes into play, and while the direction control is more challenging, the wide coverage makes it difficult for opponents to break through.
(3) Back cushion ball - face the crisis with your back and deal with it calmly.
- In the face of a teammate's mistake or a ball that needs to be handled urgently, the back cushion ball comes forward. With your back to the direction of the ball, test your anticipation and body coordination, and hit the ball high to get it safely over the net.
(4) Two-handed blocking technique – When the high ball comes, I don't move.
- When the ball is condescending, the two-handed blocking technique shows its might. Holding fists or palms, choose the right hand type, tighten the wrist, and use force to turn the impact into a smooth transition.
Technical points, details determine success or failure!
- Frontal two-handed cushion ball: master the touch part, hit the point, and coordinate the strength of the whole body, so that you can play with ease.
- Side-pad: Expanding the control surface is crucial to the direction of the shot.
- Back cushion ball: With your back to the challenge, you can stretch your chest and abdomen, and swing your straight arms back, so that the ball can fly accurately to the predetermined track.
- Two-handed blocking: hand selection, wrist tension and hitting position are all indispensable.
On the path of cultivation of cushion ball, every detail is worth pondering repeatedly. Remember, every cushion is not only about controlling the ball, but also about honing your skills. Whether you are a novice or a veteran of air volleyball, continuous practice and technical refinement will be the key to your brilliance on the court.
Now, pick up the ball, walk to the court, and use your hands to write your own cushion legend!