with Penny Lucas-White,
Alabama State University Head Coach;
6x Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Championships;
2014, 2016 SWAC Conference Coach of the Year;
Air Force Head Coach from 1996 to 2009;
University of Memphis Head Coach from 1991 to 1995;
1994, 1995 Great Midwest Conference Coach of the Year;played on the USA National Volleyball Team from 1985 to 1986
Want to develop dominant middle blockers who can control the net, transition efficiently, and attack with precision? Alabama State University head coach Penny Lucas-White delivers a comprehensive coaches training session designed to elevate your middle attack with high-level techniques, drills, and strategic insights.
What You'll Learn:Warm-Up & Read Drills – Start with a specialized warm-up, followed by read-and-react drills to improve middle blockers’ footwork, timing, and defensive positioning.
Master Rhythm Hitting – Learn multiple hitting tempos, including zero tempo, off-balance attacks, air pivot, and set-hit techniques, to keep defenses guessing.
Improve Defensive & Offensive Awareness – Teach middles how to read the setter, transition effectively, and open to the correct side for attacking opportunities.
Be Intentional & Communicate – Help your players develop a focused mindset and strong on-court communication to make better decisions during fast-paced play.
Situational Movement & Game Adjustments – Train players to adapt to different scenarios, execute advanced strategies like the ‘One and a Half,’ and refine their skills through real-time feedback.
Q&A & Coaching Insights – Gain expert coaching perspectives as Lucas-White answers questions from other coaches and provides valuable, in-depth explanations throughout the video.
With Coach Lucas-White’s coaching passion and through her demonstration of effective, proven methods, this video is packed with actionable takeaways that will help you build a more effective and confident middle attack.
Take your team’s performance to the next level—get this must-have coaching resource today!
51 minutes. 2025.
VD-06340B:
with Penny Lucas-White,
Alabama State University Head Coach;
6x Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Championships;
2014, 2016 SWAC Conference Coach of the Year;
Air Force Head Coach from 1996 to 2009;
University of Memphis Head Coach from 1991 to 1995;
1994, 1995 Great Midwest Conference Coach of the Year;
played on the USA National Volleyball Team from 1985 to 1986
Most teams spend more time playing out of system than in system—yet many coaches don’t train their players to handle these challenging situations.
In this exclusive training video, Coach Penny Lucas-White shares game-changing drills and strategies to help your team stay competitive, communicate effectively, and execute smart plays under pressure.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:Master Out-of-System Play – Learn drills that teach players how to keep the ball alive, make smart decisions, and execute successful plays even when things don’t go as planned.
Develop Tenacious Outside Hitters – Train your outsides to pass, communicate, and attack effectively from out-of-system situations, helping them become more well-rounded players.
Improve Team Communication – Discover player-led timeout strategies that encourage athletes to problem-solve on the court and build accountability.
Increase Rally Control – Learn drills that keep rallies alive for a set number of touches, helping players develop patience, discipline, and consistency under pressure.
Train Middles for Smarter Play – Retrain your middle hitters to transition efficiently rather than getting stuck at the net, so they’re always prepared for scoring opportunities.
Implement Competitive Drills for Any Skill Level – Whether you coach beginner, intermediate, or advanced players, these drills can be adapted to your team’s needs and intensity level.
Inside the Video:Coach Lucas-White breaks down three essential team drills that will redefine how your players handle out-of-system play:
- Position-Oriented Drills – Help players feel comfortable in various positions while keeping the rally alive.
- Cross-Court Passing Drills – Train players to handle passes that don’t reach the target, simulating real-game scenarios.
- 4v6 Competitive Drill – A high-intensity drill that challenges outside hitters to master all three phases of their game while working toward a set number of kills.
If your team struggles with staying in system, this video will give you the tools to turn weaknesses into strengths. These drills are designed to help players gain confidence, improve court awareness, and handle pressure like seasoned competitors.
Stop letting out-of-system situations cost your team points! Equip your players with the skills they need to dominate—get your copy today!
Customer Review: 5 Out of 5 Stars!
“This video can be used at any skill level because you can control what you want from the drill and how in-depth you would like to go with each drill.I highly recommend this video for any team that is having to play out of system. Coach Lucas-White is excellent and I have incorporated some of the drills into my practices with success already!”
51 minutes. 2025.