Players stand in a line in Zone 6, with the coach on the other side of the net serving the ball.
The player receiving the ball attempts to overhand pass the ball into Zone 3, where a ball cart or something that they can aim for should be placed.
Receiving the ball overhand is much more effective and accurate than underhand passing.
You may ask players to receive overhand standing both-legged, one-legged, jumping etc. Coach's serving abilities must be perfect.
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