The slide is often the favorite hit of middle blockers. It's fun, and it can be a great weapon. In this series of videos, Cary covers some of the keys to helping your middles and setters establish a good rhythm when running this set.
Because she has long legs, Tera Detels is accustomed to a 3-step slide approach, but here she demonstrates a 4-step approach that is commonly used by middle blockers at all levels.
For the slide to be most effective, middle blockers have to take a forward approach step toward the setter to make it look as if they might hit a “One.” Middles often use a 4-step approach for the "Slide," but Tera prefers 3 steps, so that's what she demonstrates here.
To see a 4-step slide approach, go here.
In this video, Cary highlights 2 good spots on the court for attackers to go for when hitting the "Slide": down the line toward the left back or cross court toward the right back. She explains why here.
