# @collegerecruitreels on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2024-07-07T01:37:58.000+00:00
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These may sound obvious, but mastering these skills is essential for a shorter outside hitter to compete at the highest level in volleyball.

🎥 via: edgevolleyballtraining

1. Increase Vertical Touch Reach

Improving your vertical reach is crucial because if you can out-touch a taller hitter, you can be more successful even with less height. Here’s how to enhance your vertical jump:

- Strength Training: Build leg strength through exercises like squats, lunges, and calf raises.
- Plyometrics: Incorporate explosive movements like box jumps, jump squats, and burpees.
- Jump Technique: Use proper mechanics, including double  arm lift and quick knee bend, to maximize your jump height.
- Flexibility and Mobility: Maintain flexibility in your ankles, knees, and hips through stretching and dynamic warm-ups.
- Consistent Practice: Regularly practice jumping and landing exercises and drills to build muscle memory and improve jumping ability.

2. Expanding Hitting Range

Shorter outside hitters face bigger blocks, so it’s essential to have a diverse hitting arsenal:

- Swipe the Block: Aim to swipe the ball off the blockers’ hands.
- Target Fingers: Hit the ball off the blockers’ fingertips to create difficult-to-dig deflections.
- Cross and Line Shots: Develop accuracy in hitting both cross-court and down the line.
- Off-Speed Shots: Master tips, roll shots, and cut shots to disrupt the defense and catch blockers off guard.

3. Be One of the Best Passers on the Team

- As a shorter outside hitter, you must ensure the coach sees you as a well-rounded player who excels in all six rotations. Demonstrating exceptional passing skills shows your versatility and value to the team.

Never let anyone tell you that you too small to reach your dream.

Follow Edge Volleyball Training on Instagram and TikTok for more tips and tricks! 

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