I need help with volleyball serves?

Question

I need help with my overhand serve, I just can't get it right.
Like leg positions and stuff, that would really help.
Pictures and diagrams would be helpful too.

Answer 1

Hey... this will work...please follow these instructions:

These are based on a right hand hitter.

Stand at the serving line with your left foot forward, right foot back.
Hold the ball in your left hand, out in front of you about 4 inches above your head.
Take your right hand and hold it about 12 inches behind your right shoulder.
Hold your hitting hand like a waiter/waitress holding a serving tray with items on it. (Your palm should be flat, facing the sky)
As you approach hitting the ball with your right hand, lightly throw the ball in the air with your left hand, about 4-6 inches in the air.
Bring your right hand forward, hitting the ball, while snapping your right wrist at contact.
You are almost slapping the ball. Feet should remain in place with only the right foot going from flat foot to the heal being lifted.

Sounds complex, but follow the instructions..you'll be a pro soon.
Remember, "s e r v e" the ball, don't crush it!

Good Luck.. Hit away!

Answer 2

the secret is to figure out how to get top spin on the ball. think how the ball should spin for a top spin.... you spin it forward, which means, you have to hit the ball not quite straight, but in a somewhat upward motion... turn your hand over some to help with rotation... (if you play tennis, think about the top spin forehand). the top spin will help "pull" the ball into the court on other side. Change it up some with a knuckler... which is more of a pop on the ball... little spin, wacky trajectory... confuses the opposition.

Answer 3

Nothing techical here but what I do is not to overthink it. Just bounce the ball when I hear the whistle, throw it up, and hit it. The big thing for me is to get it into play.

Answer 4

Try to hit the ball with your palm.