What is a Bump Pass in Volleyball?
The Bump or Bump Pass in Volleyball is a technique used for passes and defenses. It is performed with the forearms and can be used in different situations during a volleyball match.
What is the Bump used for?
The Bump may be used as a Set, but it is mostly used in Defense or Serve Reception.
How to perform the Bump in Volleyball?
A good execution of the Bump consists of:
- legs apart;
- knees slightly bent;
- torso leaning forward;
- arms fully extended and hands kept together;
- hitting the ball with the forearms.
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The consideration of different Types of Bumps takes into account the different body positions:
- Regular Bump – performed with the arms in front of the body.
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Side Bump – performed with the arms on the side of the body.
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- Dig or Diving Bump – when the player needs to “dive” onto the floor to perform the bump.
Mistakes when performing the Bump in Volleyball
The main mistakes committed when doing the Bump are:
- bending the elbows when hitting the ball;
- using the hands to hit the ball;
- positioning the body incorrectly;
- hitting the ball too hard.