Defence Course

Master Your Defence

Learn the essential defensive technique through real video demonstrations, clear explanations, and a final knowledge check.

2Technique Lessons

2Video Lessons

10Final Quiz Questions

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Defensive fundamentals showing ready position and ball control

Course Lessons

Module 1

Defensive Technique

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Learn the correct defensive stance, body position, movement, and platform angle needed to control hard-driven balls.

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Module 2

Common Defensive Mistakes

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Identify the most common defensive errors and learn how to improve balance, platform control, timing, and movement behind the ball.

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Final Quiz

Defence Knowledge Check

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Final Course Assessment

Defence Mastery Quiz

Answer all 10 questions. You need at least 8 correct answers to pass.

1. What is the best defensive ready position?

Low athletic stance with weight forward Standing tall with locked knees Leaning backward on the heels

2. Where should the defender's eyes focus?

On the floor On the attacker and the developing play Away from the ball

3. Why should the defender move behind the ball?

To contact it with balance and control To make the platform unstable To avoid using the legs

4. What creates a stable defensive platform?

Bent elbows moving separately Straight, connected arms with controlled angle Contacting the ball with the hands

5. How should a defender handle a hard-driven ball?

Absorb the force and control the rebound Swing aggressively at the ball Turn away before contact

6. What controls the direction of the defensive pass?

Platform angle and body position Head movement only A large arm swing

7. What should happen before ball contact?

Establish balance and control Continue running through the ball Jump backward

8. Why is weight forward important?

It improves reaction speed and movement It prevents movement It places the defender on the heels

9. Where should a controlled defensive ball be directed?

Toward the setter target area Outside the court Directly into the net

10. What is the foundation of effective defence?

Positioning, movement, and controlled ball contact Using only arm strength Waiting until the ball arrives before moving

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Defensive Technique

Technique Breakdown