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Volleyball · Level 4: Intermediate · Sub-level 4.4

Transition Play

10 tests · 100 facts · updated 25 October 2026 · markdown

Moving off the net, the setter's release, in and out of system, the high ball in transition, free balls, attack coverage, transition after a block touch, the libero's set, the back-row attack in transition and wash drills.

Each test below is ten questions on Insporta. The list under a test is what the questions check: one fact per question, with the source it was written from. Read it before the test, or come back from a wrong answer.

Test 1Moving off the netTake a test

  1. Transition is the move from defending to counter-attacking.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. They need room behind them to make a full approach.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Around the attack line gives a full three- or four-step approach.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Watching the ball lets her react to the dig and the set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Hitters who stay too close to the net cannot jump fully.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Rallies are often decided by who counter-attacks better.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Side-out starts from the serve, transition from a dig.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Land, drop off, turn and attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Attack, dig, set and counter-attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Hitters drop off the net to get space for the approach.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 2The setter's releaseTake a test

  1. She defends her spot first, then runs once the attack is dug.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Leaving early would open a hole in the defence.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Teams name a back-up setter for the setter's own digs.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Setters aim for a spot a little right of the middle, close to the net.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A late setter must chase the ball and has fewer options.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. A clear call stops two players going for the second ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Hitting at the setter makes her dig and takes her out of the set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Defend, see the dig, run and set.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Setter first, the libero next, then whoever is nearest.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Running to the target after the dig is the setter's release.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 3In and out of systemTake a test

  1. In system, a good pass lets the setter run any play.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A ball far from the target limits the setter's choices.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. A small miss still leaves the setter her main options.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. High sets go to the pins, where hitters can adjust.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Scoring from bad balls is a mark of a strong team.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. A slow high set lets the block close a double or triple.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Teams agree in advance where high balls go.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. The farther from the target, the fewer options.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Bad dig, call, high set and attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. From far off the net, a high outside ball is the safe choice.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 4The high ball in transitionTake a test

  1. She gets room behind her and starts her approach to meet the ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Whoever is closest takes the second ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. From deep, a forearm set is often more accurate.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A ball a little off the net and inside the antenna is easiest to hit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A smart shot or a tool beats risking an error.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Every player may have to make the second touch.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. A ball too close to the net is easy to block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Dig, call, high set and the hit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. A forearm set from deep is the safest.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Height buys her the seconds to get back and run in.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 5Running a play off a free ballTake a test

  1. A team that cannot set up an attack just sends the ball over.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. An easy ball means no block, so hitters get ready to attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. An easy ball gives a perfect pass and all options.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. The libero takes the free ball so others can attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. A free ball gives her time to release to her spot.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. A down ball is a standing hit; a free ball is just sent over.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. An easy ball is the best chance to score with a combination.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Call, drop, pass and the play.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. An easy free ball gives most time, a full attack least.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Seeing an easy ball, the team calls free ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 6Attack coverageTake a test

  1. Coverage forms while the ball travels to the hitter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A ball blocked straight down comes back fast and low.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Blocked balls drop near the hitter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A common shape is a ring of three near and two behind.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Watching the hit instead of covering leaves the ball to fall.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. The ball comes off the blockers' hands, so that is where to look.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. A covered ball can be set and attacked again.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Set, move, crouch and dig.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Inner ring close, outer ring behind, one deepest.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Crouching near the hitter is attack coverage.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 7Transition after a block touchTake a test

  1. A blocker may make the first hit after her own block touch.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. A touched ball is slower and easier to dig.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. A call of touch warns defenders the ball has changed.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. A soft touch often sends the ball up behind the block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Defenders behind the block move to the deflected ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. They are front-row hitters again in the next play.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. A touch that leads to a dig is worth recording.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Hit, touch, dig and counter-attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. A point is best, a useful touch next, no touch last.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. The block contact does not use up one of team B's hits.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 8The libero's setTake a test

  1. Liberos handle the ball cleanly and are often near it.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Her take-off spot decides how freely her hitter may attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. A forearm set from in front of the line keeps the attack free.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. When the setter digs, the libero is often the next setter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. High balls to the pins are the safest from the libero.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. A jump keeps her behind the line but closer to the ball.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. A tight set lets the block stuff the hitter.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Dig, call, set and the hit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. A finger set from in front of the line limits the attack.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A libero's finger set from behind the line can be attacked freely.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 9The back-row attack in transitionTake a test

  1. Back-row hitters must dig first, then get back to approach.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. Calling the pipe tells the setter she is coming.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. One more hitter spreads the opponents' block.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. The opposite is a strong hitter who often plays back row.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. She needs room behind the attack line to run in.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. After defending, the hitter arrives later.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Hit from farther back, it tends to travel deep.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Dig, move back, approach and hit.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. The quick is fastest; the high ball gives the most time.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. A back-row attacker takes off behind the attack line.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Test 10Wash drillsTake a test

  1. Ball after ball, the team has no time to reset.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  2. The first ball tests side-out, the second ball transition.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  3. Small points add up to a big point.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  4. Players must get back into shape for the next ball at once.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  5. Real attacks bring real speed and choices.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  6. Separate numbers show whether side-out or transition needs work.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  7. Clear calls stop collisions and gaps in transition.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · recall

  8. Serve, rally, free ball and the second rally.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  9. Tosses, hits from a box, then full games.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

  10. Back-to-back balls, scored in a row, make a wash drill.

    Source: FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references · applied

Sources

FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II) and general coaching references; original questions authored, nothing reproduced. Numbered FIVB rules belong to the Rules category.

  • FIVB Coaches Manual (Levels I-II), general coaching references100