Matthew Thibodeaux
Professional Beach Volleyball Player
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Co-authored Articles (21)
How to
Play Volleyball
Are you looking for a sport that requires a positive team relationship, builds good communication skills, increases upper body strength and delivers an unlawful amount of fun? This article will teach you the basics of h...
How to
Spike a Volleyball
Spiking a volleyball entails forcefully striking the ball toward the floor on your opponent's side of the net. You wait for the setter to set the ball near the net, then approach the ball, jump, and go in for the "kill."...
How to
Set a Volleyball
In the game of volleyball, the set is a maneuver in which a player quickly makes contact with the ball in order to set up a spike for another player. Most good spikes are the result of a good set, i.e. one that accords w...
How to
Bump a Volleyball
The bump, professionally known as a pass, is the most basic and essential skill in volleyball. The bump is used to hit a ball that is below the head, or at your platform as most volleyball players would call it, and is t...
How to Score Points in Volleybvall
Volleyball is a fast-paced, exciting team sport enjoyed all over the world. Winning a volleyball game requires you to score points, and scoring points requires you to master fundamental offensive and defensive skills whi...
How to
Do an Underhand Serve
In the sport of volleyball, performing an underhand serve is one of the most basic skills you will need. Serving is the only time in a volleyball match when you have the opportunity to be in control of a stationary ball,...
How to
Serve a Volleyball
Do you want to make it to the volleyball team but you can't serve a volleyball? Follow the steps below.
How to
Hit a Volleyball
Volleyball is a great game on the beach or in the gym. There are many ways to get the ball over the net. Serving and returning a serve or volley both involve specific body movements. Whether it's the first, second, or th...
How to
Dig a Volleyball
A dig is one of the basic moves in volleyball, but doing it effectively is a challenge, especially when attempting to save a hard spike from hitting the ground (or your face!). Done properly, digging a spike is not simp...
How to
Block Volleyball
Blocking in volleyball is one of the least taught yet most important skills. It is the first line of defense against attacks from the opposing team and creates less court for the back defense to cover. By following a few...
How to
Be a Better Volleyball Player
Volleyball requires speed, agility, and teamwork. Whether you're an experienced or inexperienced player, good players know that there's always room for improvement. Learning which areas of your game could use a little wo...
How to
Dress Appropriately for Volleyball Practice
Whether you’re part of an official team or just want to have some fun with friends, volleyball is a great way to pass the time and hone your athletic skills. Wearing proper clothes while practicing can make it easier t...
How to
Jump Serve a Volleyball
A jump serve is an advanced volleyball serve where the ball is thrown into the air and the player makes contact with it by jumping and hitting it in midair. This is a popular serve in college and professional volleyball ...
How to
Teach Volleyball to Kids
Volleyball is a fun sport for all ages. The sooner kids start playing, the more skilled they will become -- it takes years to master some volleyball skills. Kids are able to learn most volleyball basics, such as passing...
How to
Master Basic Volleyball Moves
Basic indoor volleyball can be broken into three parts: passing, setting, and hitting. Each of these can be mastered through practice, coordination, and proper form. To master each of them, you have to start off with pro...
How to
Hang a Volleyball Net
Whether played indoors or outdoors, volleyball is a fun and energetic game with an easy setup process. Even if you've never hung up a volleyball court, doing so is simple once you get the hang of it. As long as you have ...
How to Plan a Successful Volleyball Tournament
Run a great tourney, from gathering teams to presenting awards Planning a volleyball tournament is a big responsibility, but with some careful planning, you can pull it off successfully! Start by choosing a date and rese...
How to
Practice Volleyball Without a Court or Other People
Volleyball is a great sport that will get you into excellent shape. However, it's also a team sport, and people aren't always available to practice with you. Fortunately, practicing by yourself without a court is easy wi...
How to
Be Good at Volleyball
Whether you’re playing volleyball at school, at a community center, or on the beach, strive to be the best player you can be. Developing from an average player to a good player demands patience, dedication and a focus ...
How to
Play Beach Volleyball
Beach volleyball is played on a beach or a sand court with teams of two players each. It is an Olympic sport and is played in the summer Olympic Games, which take place every four years. The object of the game is to serv...
