3 Simple Heading Drills - Defensive Drills

Following heading drills are best done in groups of 2-3 players.

Heading Volleyball
This one is great for increasing your heading technique. It can be easily performed by 1 vs 1 and I can ensure you that this drill really rocks. However, the only negative thing with this drill is that you will need a net or something similar in order to separate the sides. The purpose of this drill is to head the ball back and forth over the net. Points are given when one of you is unable to head the ball over the net. Handling the ball is not allowed beside for serving.

If you don’t know where to get a net you should consider purchasing a badminton net which should be pretty cheap and great for this drill. After purchasing your net find a free area on your backyard and set up the net there. Call then a friend or teammate and ask him to come over and practice with you.

Juggling
This drill can be performed alone or with a friend. If you are practicing by yourself, simply throw up the ball and start to juggle by using your forehead. If you have a teammate to practice with, throw the ball in the air and compete by heading the ball back and forth to each other. The one that can complete the most number of exchanges without letting the ball fall on the ground is the winner.

Throwing the ball
Find a teammate and stand about 10 feet apart. Then throw the ball back to each other so that you are performing a standing jump to head the ball back. Make sure to jump while heading the ball as it is more difficult to learn. However, once you get rid of it you will have much more easier to win heading duels in your regular games.

Summary
One thing that you need to keep in mind is to always head the ball by using your forehead. If you head the ball with the top or the side of your head, you’re bound to have more headaches. When the ball is flying toward you, keep your eyes open and hit it with determination and power!