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Volleyball Balance Basics Worksheet

Use your knowledge of balance and body control to solve each volleyball challenge. For practical tasks, work in a clear space and follow your coach’s safety instructions.

Part A: Make the call

Choose the best answer for each situation.

1.A serve is coming towards you. Which ready position is most likely to give you a stable base while still allowing you to move?

Feet together, knees locked and weight on your heels
Feet about shoulder-width apart, knees flexed and weight balanced over the feet
Feet crossed, torso leaning backwards and arms held rigid

2.Which statement best describes the centre of gravity?

The point around which a body’s mass is balanced
The highest point on the body
The direction in which a player is moving

3.True or false: A wider base of support can make it harder for a player to be tipped over, but it may also make very quick movement more difficult.

TrueFalse

4.During a lateral shuffle, which action is most likely to help you stay balanced and ready to change direction?

Keep your knees slightly bent and avoid crossing your feet
Straighten your knees and bring your feet together after every step
Lean your upper body far beyond your feet

Part B: Explain your thinking

Apply balance principles to volleyball situations.

5.A player is reaching to pass a low ball and feels as if they may topple forward. Name two adjustments they could make to improve control, and explain why one of them helps.

6.Explain how a player’s base of support changes between a stationary ready position and a quick move to the side. What should the player do with their feet to remain ready?

7.A volleyball player jumps to spike and lands with straight legs and feet close together. Identify two risks or problems with this landing, then describe a safer landing technique.

8.Match each balance term to the best description.

Base of support
Centre of gravity
Line of gravity

The point around which the body’s mass is balanced
The area beneath and between the parts of the body in contact with the ground
An imaginary vertical line from the centre of gravity towards the ground

9.A teammate says, “To be most balanced, I should always keep my feet as far apart as possible.” Is this good advice for volleyball? Give a reason and suggest a better approach.

10.Plan a short balance practice for a volleyball player: describe one safe drill that practises moving and stopping under control, and state one cue the player should remember.