Hitting
Volleyball Between Knees
Instructions
• Tee set up in front of the middle of the plate, balance beam placed where batter’s feet will go
• Hitter sets up in their stance, and places the volleyball between their knees, while other partner puts a ball on the tee
• Hitter hits off the tee while keeping the volleyball between the legs, not letting it drop
• Hitter should be focused on staying balanced throughout the entire swing and after the follow through and not stepping backwards (“into the bucket”) with their stride foot
• Partners switch after 10 swings
At a Glance
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Duration 5 minutes
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Players 1-2 players
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Difficulty Beginner
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Age Range 6-18 years
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Equipment Needed
- Bat
- Tee
- Baseballs
- Net or screen to hit into
- Volleyball or like-sized ball
