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VOLLEY BALL. Who is the Opposite player?. Universal Technique or right side hitter Attacker - very good and versatile hitter Defense – can offset the outsider hitter of the opponents Plays opposite to the setter in rotation Jack-of-all-trade. Physical Qualities. Good height
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Who is the Opposite player? • Universal Technique or right side hitter • Attacker - very good and versatile hitter • Defense – can offset the outsider hitter of the opponents • Plays opposite to the setter in rotation • Jack-of-all-trade
Physical Qualities • Good height • Good endurance • Good coordination • Good hands and arm swing • Quick foot work- and action • Strong vertical jumper • Must be agile
Mental Qualities • Have good concentration • They must not be easily frustrated • Cope well with anxiety and game pressure
Roles and Responsibilities • Hitting back sets from both the front and back-row • Handling the ball when the setter receives the first contact • Playing right front defense • Blocking the other team’s outside hitter • Have good communication skills • Good serve reception- but concentrate on hitting • Be smart, accurate and consistent • Have good ball handling skills
Technical Qualities • Good blocking skill • Good passer • Good hitter (front and back row) • Must have good timing
References • http://volleyball.about.com/od/coaching/a/My-Volleyball-Position.htm • http://volleyball.about.com/od/volleyball101/a/Opposite.htm • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volleyball#Player_specialization