Lesson 5: Basic Strategy & Beginner Tips

Now that you know the rules, here are some practical tips to help you play smarter from day one. **Communication is everything:** - Since teammates share **up to 3 touches**, call out early whether you are taking the ball or setting it up for your partner **Vary your serves:** - The server gets **two attempts**, so use the first serve aggressively and keep the second serve safe to avoid a **double fault** - Aim for clean bounces that are low and fast to make returning harder **Move after you hit:** - Remember, there are **no boundaries** — after hitting the ball, quickly reposition to cover more of the 360-degree space around the net **Target the rim and gaps:** - Shots that hit the **rim** or force opponents into awkward angles are powerful offensive tools **Play defense actively:** - Defenders must make an effort to **clear out** of the offense's path to avoid a hindrance call **Focus on consistency first:** - Beginners should prioritize clean, legal returns over fancy shots - Keeping the ball in play gives opponents more chances to make mistakes With practice, these fundamentals will become second nature!