Beginners in volleyball, and in any other game, are always interested in the question of which player and in which position is considered the most important. This is especially true for ambitious people who seek to show their leadership and athletic qualities. Of course, such a role implies a great responsibility.
The do-it-yourself player in volleyball is, according to most experts, the most useful player in this sport. Let's figure out what position he takes and what functions he performs.
Volleyball Positions
It is known that the main team in volleyball is six people. One side of the site is thus divided into six zones, divided into two rows of three segments in each. Forward row are attackers, back - defenders. During the game, team members move clockwise, changing places. Despite this, their numbering is, on the contrary, counterclockwise.
Position 1: (rear right). From here comes the pitch. The role of the passer (distributor) in the initial arrangement is performed by the connecting (or connected) player. He takes the ball and passes it to other players without the right to attack. Although with a clever serve, he can get a point for his team.
Position 2: (front-right). This is the segment of the first player. Its role is to take the ball from a binder or another player to further send it to the opponent.
Position 3: (front-center). This place belongs to the central blocking player. As a rule, the highest member of the team should be here to effectively block the opponent’s strike.
Position 4: (front-left). This segment is the second player in volleyball. The arrangement allows the player to hit the ball from the edge of the net. Often this position is defined as the strongest. Since a large number of innings of the enemy falls on the left side. Experts believe that in this case, a left-handed player can become a find for the team, since it will be more difficult for the opponent to calculate the trajectory of his hit on the ball.
Position 5: (back-left) from this place it is convenient to play diagonally, he does not take the ball, but only attacks from the back line.
Position 6: (back center) and finally this segment belongs to the libero player, or defender. He has a different shape and possesses a great ball. When moving the central blocker to the back line, the libero player, as a rule, takes his place.
Players move when the opponent loses service. This means that the opponents served the ball, but during the game the first team earned a point. Moving players around the court allows all team members to try themselves on the ball.
Who is a game player?
With positions or segments, everything is clear. Each player in the team has his own role, for the performance of which certain physiological parameters and sports skills are required. What qualities should a volleyball player play? What does it mean - the role of the striker of the second pace?
First, gamers must be tall. This helps them make accurate attack attacks on the enemy’s area at an acute angle over a highly stretched net. Secondly, good reaction and coordination of movements is important . It is necessary to monitor the ball passes by the connecting player and respond clearly to it in time. Jumping ability, speed and impact force are also positive qualities of gamers. But, of course, the crucial role is played by the tactical training and skill of the player possession of the ball.
A volleyball do-it-yourself player is a second-rate striker. This definition means an attack option that allows the binder to connect diagonal forwards to the game.
Functions of the replayer
Wing-spiker - such a name was also received by a volleyball player. Its functions include receiving the ball from the connecting player and completing an offensive serve so that the opponent cannot reflect it. The follower owns the second and fourth zones. The attack occurs from the edge of the grid. If the ball from the opponent flies into the area of the player, his task is to put the block. The player literally has to make a vertical jump and, facing the ball (but not under it), evaluate the possible defense, blocks of opponents. All this should take a split second.
Unlike the central blocker, the player plays the most important role in the game. A central hit is easier to beat and calculate than a side striker. Therefore, most of the scored points fall on their lot. The do-it-yourself player in volleyball is the so-called dark horse, which largely determines the success of the team. Although the active and professional participation of other players is also necessary.
Replacement
Sometimes when changing positions, a player (if it is an unprofessional athlete) occupies an uncomfortable zone for him. In this case, a replacement is provided. So, for example, the player, moving to the back row, can be replaced by players with a diagonal or libero, if desired. Or it can remain in position until the next loss of the ball by the opponent. Experts say such replacements are quite rare in professional sports. Since the volleyball player is a kind of informal leader. He often has to hit the most difficult balls. This responsibility is difficult and wrong to shift to other players.
Moving
Moving around the site during the game partly changes the role of the players. Since the first line is responsible for the attack, and the second - for defense, the players, when becoming in certain positions, must perform the functions dictated by them. The pre-gamer has a special role, so on the second line his attacking functions remain a priority. It acquires only the right to receive and serve the ball.
Diagonal and Dot-player
The diagonal and the player in volleyball have similar roles in complexity and responsibility. They not only receive a pass from the connecting player, but also, if necessary, carry out the opponent’s supply block and play the so-called complex balls. Their difference lies only in the fact that on the back line diagonal players do not participate in the ball.
Selection criteria
Experts often say that the most productive participant is a volleyball player. How to understand this statement? The fact is that these players often have to win back complex moves and at the same time attack so that the opponents do not have the slightest chance to block the ball. The main qualities of gamers, as already mentioned: high growth, excellent ball possession and quick reaction.
The choice of such a player, as can be seen, is not accidental. Since both men and women play volleyball, each team has its own selection criteria. For the women's team, height from 185 cm is allowed, weight not less than 70 kg and the presence of attacking skills and qualities of receiving the ball.
For the men's team, indicators only change in terms of height and weight. The lowest volleyball player in the men's team is allowed with a height of 190 cm. All these criteria are acceptable for professional sports. In amateur games in the distribution of roles, the main emphasis is on the individual sports skills of the participants.
Famous gamers
The most famous gamers today are Brazilian Zhiba, Italian Francesca Pichchinini, Russians Elena Godina and Sergey Tetyukhin.
- Zhiba played in the Brazilian national team from 1995 to 2012. His height is 192 cm. He became famous for his incredible speed, expressiveness and impact power on the ball. That is why he was nicknamed the "Iron Zhiba". During his sports career, he became the Olympic champion and three-time world champion.
- Francesca Pacchinini did not reach such heights as her predecessor. However, she became known as one of the most leaping attackers in volleyball. Her height is 185 cm. In 2009, Francesca became the European champion.
- As a talented gamer, Elena Godina proved herself. Her playing career was held in many Russian and not only clubs (Dynamo, Uralochka, Chieri, Tenerife Marital, etc.). Possessing high growth (197 cm), excellent jumping ability and skillful attack, she became the world champion, three-time European champion and 10-time champion of Russia.
- A saturated gaming career is also with the follower Sergey Tetyukhin. With a height of 197 cm, the honored master of sports has the agility, strength and tactics of a leader. Today he is a multiple bronze and silver medalist of the European Championships and the Olympic Games.
Conclusion
What does a volleyball player mean? This question only at first glance seems to be a simple definition of the player's role.
Often the leading role is assigned to the binder or the diagonal. However, according to the volleyball players themselves, the biggest responsibility for the outcome of the game falls on the player. He not only plays out, but also calculates the attacking ball serve. This player absorbs all the skills that other members of the team possess, performing functions and techniques, and defense, and attacks in different positions.