SETTING FOOT WORK 101 | Moving to the Ball Quickly & Efficiently with Erin Virtue

Moving quickly and efficiently to the ball allows for setters to execute a successful second contact. Erin Virtue, former Assistant Coach of the U.S. Women’s National Team, uses film to help coaches and athletes understand proper foot work and body movement for a strong set. Virtue focuses on a balanced body and keys for a two foot and one foot (or pivot) movement to the ball. 00:00 - Intro: The Importance of Balance 01:02 - Why Balance Equals Higher Attack Efficiency 01:33 - Technique 1: Setting Off Two Feet 03:19 - Technique 2: The One-Foot Pivot 03:43 - The Science of the Pivot: Angular Momentum 04:26 - Pivot Footwork in Action 06:49 - Summary: Choosing the Best Footwork Pattern