• Away = Delay, if the set is coming from far away we delay our approach
• Closer = Faster, if the set is coming from close we speed up our approach

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Throughout matches, sets and rallies, we will put constant pressure on our opponents.  Pressure = 

• Hitting hard anywhere; Be Offensive
• Hitting to the off blocker 
• Taking out the setter 

OFFENSIVE SYSTEM

• Stress opponent’s weaknesses with Tempo and Spacing
  • Even from 12’, we stay fast 
• Stress their blocking system by Overloading and Isolating blockers 
• The middle attack is important to all - attacking space, overloading and isolating - and must be up early and always

ATTACKING

• Range ​​
  • What it means - hitting high hard to all parts of the court 
  • What it doesn’t mean - hitting soft to z6, soft to z5 or out of bounds​; make them play
  • Tips and rolls are best hit after a string of hard hits – use as offensive weapon 

• Setters - put up hittable sets
• Attackers - go up do something with it 
• All - Create an information feedback loop with your setter with attention to trends and amount 

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• Off the net is better than passing tight 

COVERAGE; 

• Set, Then Slide In: After setting, the setter should immediately slide into cover behind the attacker — hands up, eyes on the block, ready to react.
• Cue the Cover with a Call: Setters can lead the cover effort vocally — a quick “cover!” call engages teammates and sets the tone for second-ball readiness.
• First Layer = Lib, Setter, Offside Pin: The first line of cover should include the attacker, libero, setter, and the opposite pin — hands low, ready to pop the ball up.
• Stay Off the Net: Remind players to give 2–3 feet of space off the net — too tight and you're under the hitter or tangled in the block.
• Make It a Habit: Cover isn't optional — setters and hitters should treat it like part of every swing. Reps in drills should include cover automatically.