Suggested Grade Level:
5-8
Align shoulders square to the net facing the target area. Step forward with the foot opposite the striking/serving hand
Toss the ball, 3-4 feet above your head and in front of the serving shoulder
Strike the ball with an open hand in one continuous motion ("Swing through the ball")
Keep your eyes on the ball ("See actual contact take place")
Follow through with the striking hand in the direction of the ball
Transfer weight from your back foot to the front foot
Submitted by Frank Galati who teaches at Swansea Public School in Toronto, Canada, CA. Thanks for contributing to PE Central! Posted on PEC: 5/22/2003 12:55:30 PM. Viewed 57273 times since 5/22/2003.