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Three Types of Serves Volleyball Players Use To Score More Points

Score more aces with these 3 types of volleyball serves. Detailed guide includes body positioning, toss consistency & techniques college coaches look for.

Transform your serving game with 3 must-know volleyball serves. From proper body positioning to the 'high-5' technique that fixes 90% of serving problems.Transform your serving game with 3 must-know volleyball serves. From proper body positioning to the 'high-5' technique that fixes 90% of serving problems.


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learning the three types of serves volleyball players use the most is a talent and skill which will make you a versatile player on your team which interests college coaches who could possible be interested in recruiting you.

The good news?

You’ve got the power to improve all three types of serves with repetition, discipline and the input of a volleyball coach who specializes in teaching high school players who to score more direct points by using one of these serves.


Each serving type has a unique characteristic and distinctive advantage and can be used to keep your opponents guessing and you scoring against them from the service line. Ready to step up your serving game?Each serving type has a unique characteristic and distinctive advantage and can be used to keep your opponents guessing and you scoring against them from the service line. Ready to step up your serving game?

In my types of serves volleyball guide, I’ll show you the top three serve types you should have in your serving toolbox which you can pull out to use at any time based on the situation you find yourself in:

Each serving type has a unique characteristic and distinctive advantage and can be used to keep your opponents guessing and you scoring against them from the service line.

Ready to step up your serving game?

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What Will You Learn?






1. How To Nail the Float Serve


Watch as Addi works on her jump float serve toss consistency while aiming for a deep line serve to Zone 5. 


The float serve is like your secret weapon.

It's a technical serve that's not flashy, but it's

super effective because as it travels across the

net, it dips and floats and slides through the air

waves and then drops straight down into the

opposing team's court ideally once it passes

over the net.

When you get a handle on this type of serve, which is what my players do.... you'll make yourself into a consistent serving threat to the opposing team. 


Volleyball float serve gif: It's a technical serve that's not flashy, but it's super effective because as it travels across the net, it dips and floats and slides through the air waves and then drops straight down into the opposing team's court ideally once it passes over the net.Volleyball float serve gif: It's a technical serve that's not flashy, but it's super effective because as it travels across the net, it dips and floats and slides through the air waves and then drops straight down into the opposing team's court ideally once it passes over the net.

How Do You Do The Float Serve Correctly?


Body Positioning

  • Stand behind the service line with...
  • Feet shoulder-width apart in the shape of the letter 'L" with your front foot pointed where you plan to serve and your back foot perpendicular to the front foot. 
  • I tell my clients to position their arms in the same way, in the shape of an "L" by holding the ball lightly in your tossing hand with arm extended in the direction of where you plan to serve the ball and 
  • your serving arm extended above your head with the palm of your hand facing the wall on the right side of your body

I've fixed many of my clients serving problems by focusing on teaching them how high their toss should be, how their tossing arm's elbow should be straight while keeping a rigid wrist,The Toss. With the ball in your tossing hand flair your fingers wide around the ball while balancing the ball lightly in the palm of your hand while keeping your wrist rigid as you lift your arm with a straight elbow until your arm reaches shoulder level then Toss the ball straight up, to be specific ...let the ball go up about two feet high above your head and one foot in front of your front foot

The Toss


Consistency

Be consistent. A consistent toss is the secret weapon to curing many missed serves.

I've fixed many of my clients serving problems by focusing on teaching them


I've fixed many of my clients serving problems by focusing on teaching them how high their toss should be, how their tossing arm's elbow should be straight while keeping a rigid wrist,I've fixed many of my clients serving problems by focusing on teaching them how high their toss should be, how their tossing arm's elbow should be straight while keeping a rigid wrist,

Be consistent. A consistent toss is the secret weapon to curing many missed serves. What do I mean by 'consistent'? That means keeping the same toss height each time, and keeping the same ball toss location in relation to your extended tossing arm, your serving arm and your body.Be consistent. A consistent toss is the secret weapon to curing many missed serves. What do I mean by 'consistent'? That means keeping the same toss height each time, and keeping the same ball toss location in relation to your extended tossing arm, your serving arm and your body.

What do I mean by 'consistent'? That means keeping the same toss height each time, and keeping the same ball toss location in relation to your extended tossing arm, your serving arm and your body.What do I mean by 'consistent'? That means keeping the same toss height each time, and keeping the same ball toss location in relation to your extended tossing arm, your serving arm and your body.

How You Contact The Ball Is Crucial In Order To Make the Ball Float - The Secret Sauce


When you give a friend a "high 5" you usually have your left foot slightly forward with your body weight on your back foot then you rotate your hip bringing the weight from your back foot to your front foot so you do a quarter turn to square up until both your hips are parallel to each other before you bring your high reaching arm which is extended above your head around with wide fingers flared and elbow close to your ear... to make contact with the palm of your hand to "high 5" the palm of your "high 5" partner's hand who's doing the same thing before contacting your hand above your heads, right?When you give a friend a "high 5" you usually have your left foot slightly forward with your body weight on your back foot then you rotate your hip bringing the weight from your back foot to your front foot so you do a quarter turn to square up until both your hips are parallel to each other before you bring your high reaching arm which is extended above your head around with wide fingers flared and elbow close to your ear... to make contact with the palm of your hand to "high 5" the palm of your "high 5" partner's hand who's doing the same thing before contacting your hand above your heads, right?


When you give a friend a "high 5" you usually

No spin needed. Just a clean hit.


Serving in Volleyball Definition and Words For The Volleyball Service:

The Floater serve is a type of serve made by contacting the middle of the flat hand to the middle of the ball which once the ball crosses the net makes the ball float and dip making it harder for an opposing player to pass the ball.


Why It Works:

The float serve doesn't spin.

It has an unpredictable float, dip and dive in the air movement that is meant to confuse even the best passers who're usually capable of tracking the ball once it crosses the net.


Types of Serves Volleyball Players That I Coach Use Frequently

When you look at my players you'll see (or should see) that all of them have the same serving form and technique that I've taught them in practice. We work hard on - keeping the elbow close to the ear watching their hand when they contact the ball
When you look at my players you'll see (or should see) that all of them have the same serving form and technique that I've taught them in practice. We work hard on - keeping the elbow close to the ear watching their hand when they contact the ball
When you look at my players you'll see (or should see) that all of them have the same serving form and technique that I've taught them in practice. We work hard on - keeping the elbow close to the ear watching their hand when they contact the ball

When you look at my players you'll see (or should see) that all of them have the same serving form and technique that I've taught them in practice.

We work hard on -


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Three Tips on Body Parts To Keep In Control So You Maintain Maximum Body Control When You Float Serve

Watch Julie's peerfect form for the standing float serve as she has worked really hard on controlling her body parts during every movement while serving so that she can control the ball so it goes where she wants it to go and she can control the speed and location destination once it lands in the opposing court. middleblockerservingstandingfloatserveWatch Julie's perfect form for the standing float serve as she has worked really hard on controlling her body parts during every movement while serving so that she can control the ball so it goes where she wants it to go and she can control the speed and location destination once it lands in the opposing court.

  1. Keep your elbow high when you rotate your elbow when "high fiving" the ball just before contacting the ball
  2. At the beginning of your toss keep your tossing arm straight out in front of you and don't lower it below the level of your hip. Simple and consistent wins the day.
  3. Watch your hand when contacting the ball as if you're "high fiving" a bestie. A solid, flat hit is what you're going for.

Types of Serves Volleyball Players 
Simulate Game Scenarios


Use practice to mirror game conditions: crowds, pressure, everything.

This’ll boost your confidence when it's time to serve for real points.


Stay Positive


Remember, even the pros miss serves sometimes. It's all part of the game.

Keep a positive mindset and always aim to improve your skills.


Next Steps to Elevate Your Play
Starting With These Types of Serves Volleyball Players Need To Learn


Each one of these types of serves volleyball players use...has its strengths, so learn them and use them strategically throughout your matches.

In my final section, I’ll tie everything together and give you the tools to dominate every serve you take.

Stay tuned! You're on your way to becoming the star server your team needs.


Types of Serves Volleyball Players Use Why Do Your Serves Matter?

Practicing the art of these serves (for me serving is so important that I like to call it an 'art') builds your confidence. It’s the individuality of this skill that empowers you and can set you apart, especially if you've practiced how to make different types of serving in volleyball.Practicing the art of these serves (for me serving is so important that I like to call it an 'art') builds your confidence. It’s the individuality of this skill that empowers you and can set you apart, especially if you've practiced how to make different types of serving in volleyball.

My Final Thoughts for You About Types of Serves Volleyball Players Use


Remember, every great volleyball player was once where you are – honing technique, refining skills, and aiming for consistency.

With dedication and the right mindset, you'll reach your serving goals.


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Keep practicing, keep learning, and most importantly, keep having fun out there. The court is yours – serve confidently, and show them what you’re made of.

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