How To Play Like a D1 Middle Blocker | Play 7% Better

The middle position is one of the toughest in the game of volleyball. Especially the higher and higher levels you go. Closing pin to pin, hitting efficiently becomes increasingly challenging as the game speeds up and the level gets higher. In this video, we aim to give you some fundamental concepts that most Division I middles carry in their toolkit to improve your gave. Whether you want to improve your blocking, decision making, attacking range, this video provides the tips to help you get playing at a higher level. Utilizing clips from the George Mason vs. CSUN men's volleyball match on February 2nd, 2025, take an inside peek into some of the best middles in Division I, showing their skillset. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:56 Efficiency 04:46 Eye Sequencing 07:05 Commit vs. Read 10:06 Hitting Cross Body 11:32 Blocking Pin to Pin Make sure to check out the rest of Mason's home matches this season in Fairfax, VA as their seek to compete for another EIVA championship. Keep hammering the comments section with more how-to video suggestions as I'll keep them coming throughout the season. Thanks for tuning in as always!