Approach at an Angle
One of the easiest keys to correct for any hitter is the angle of their approach. Often times you'll see players approaching directly at the net when hitting, regardless of if it's a match situation or merely a drill. It's a common mistake for under-trained players, and one that is easily corrected. Once corrected, the hitter will find themselves having an easier time hitting, an easier time adjusting, and with the ability to diversify the angles of their shots.
If taught correctly, a player will transition or slide off the court when preparing to approach and hit. This gives them the ability to approach at an angle, regardless of quality of the set.
Basic Attack Timing/Adjusting
For beginning volleyball players one of the hardest things to learn is proper attack timing (and adjusting their approach accordingly.)
Actually, let me rephrase that statement -- For beginning many volleyball players one of the hardest things to learn is proper attack timing.
And as such, I figure I might as well jot down a few quick tips that could help if you are having problems with hit timing and adjusting to sets.
Disagreements in Philosophy
I've been both playing and coaching the sport of volleyball for a number of years at a variety of different levels. For any of you who may have played for or worked with different coaches throughout your careers you can all agree that there are always different philosophies behind coaching. From the technical aspects of the game, to defensive and offensive theory, coaches all have different methods of conveying their knowledge and teaching their players.
And so we start from the beginning - that is the beginning of learning this great sport we call volleyball - and this is where I tend to disagree with some coaches.