All-American setter and four-year letterwinner at Michigan State University, Courtney DeBolt Slinko, explains why setters must be able to react to middle blockers. Having the ability to see the floor and make adjustments based on the alignment of the defense is key for the developing setter.

Be Aware of the Blocker

Drill Summary: A simple drill to help setters practice making reads against middle blockers is to have someone set up in the middle blocking position and make slight movements prior to a set. Based on which direction the middle blocker moves, the setter must set the opposite direction so the offense can attack the weak side of the defense.

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