Dig
A defensive move in volleyball to keep the ball in play after a hard-driven attack such as a spike.
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A dig is a defensive contact in volleyball, usually played low with the forearms, to stop a powerful attack from hitting the floor. Defenders react quickly to a spike, cushioning the ball upward so a teammate can continue the rally.
Because attacks come at speed, digging relies on good positioning, reading the hitter and controlling the ball’s direction rather than power. A successful dig turns defence back into attack by keeping the point alive.
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