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Underhand Serve Techniques in Volleyball

The document provides instructions on how to perform an underhand volleyball serve. It outlines the objectives, content, assessment, and references for learning the technique. The content section describes the proper body positioning and motion sequence to execute an underhand serve.

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Underhand Serve Techniques in Volleyball

The document provides instructions on how to perform an underhand volleyball serve. It outlines the objectives, content, assessment, and references for learning the technique. The content section describes the proper body positioning and motion sequence to execute an underhand serve.

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Polytechnic University of the Philippines

College of Human Kinetics

Underhand Serve

I. OVERVIEW

An underhand serve is a type of serve in which the player holds the ball in one hand,
swings the other in an arc motion below the waist and strikes the ball from the bottom with a fist
to put it in play. In an underhand serve, the player does not toss the ball up in the air, as in
other serve attempts.
i.
II. OBJECTIVES

After successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. Apply the right techniques of service


2. Follow the sequence in executing underhand service
3. Demonstrate proper body position and technique with underhand serve
4. Execute properly the sequence in executing underhand serve
5. Enumerate the basic rules in executing service
6. Execute with confidence the familiarization and ball control exercises.
7. Appreciate the skills learned

III. COURSE CONTENT

Materials needed: Volleyball or similar / improvise materials.

a. Activity 1: Always start the session with the routine warm-up. You have 10 minutes to
do it.

b Activity 2: Underhand Serve

The Sequence

(1) (2) (3)


Polytechnic University of the Philippines
College of Human Kinetics

(4) (5) (6)

 Get your feet into position, stand with your non-dominant foot in front with your toes
facing forward. Ready the ball. Cup your non-dominant hand slightly and place the ball in
it. Make sure the ball securely balanced so it would not wobble or fall out of your hand.
 Lower the ball. Bring the arm holding the ball across to the side of your body in front of
your hitting arm. The ball should be at the height of your mid-thigh
 Draw your hitting arm straight back. It should move quickly, like a pendulum. Then swing
it forward firmly, release the ball and hit it at the bottom with your closed fist.
 Follow through with your arm.

c. Activity 3: Cool down

Do static stretching exercises to cool down your body.

IV. ASSESSMENT
Name: Course& Sec. Date submitted:

Practical test on underhand serve - You can ask assistance from your guardian in this
exam, just clearly write the name and relationship to you. Use this rubric to rate your
performance.

Volleyball Skill Beginner Improved Advanced Mastered Score


(5 pt.) (10 pts.) (15 pts.) (20 pts.)
Underhand Serve Student holds ball Students holds Student holds Student holds
in non-serving ball in non- ball in non- ball in non-
hand. Before the serving hands. serving hand. serving hand.
student serves, Before the Student holds Student holds
they throw the ball student serves, ball in non- ball in non-
into the air. they throw the serving hand serving hand
Student swings ball into the air the whole time the whole
arms sideways or or drop the ball and does not time and does
without full before contact. throw the ball not throw the
control. Student Student swings up or drop it. ball up or drop
makes poor serving arm Student does it. Student
contact with the under control not take a step takes a

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College of Human Kinetics

ball or misses the before making before serving. powerful step


ball while serving. contact. Serve Student makes before
is inaccurate good contact serving.
due to timing with the ball Student
issues with while serving. makes good
throwing the Student follows contact with
ball into the air through with the ball while
before the their serving serving.
serve hand in Student has
accurately good follow
producing an through
inaccurate producing a
serve. straight serve.
Total
Score
Note: In the absence of open space, instructor will give another practical test with rubrics.

Guardian’s Name and Signature:

Reflective Essay

Direction: Read the question below and write your

answer on the space provided Describe your

experience in doing the activity.

V. REFERENCES

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Domain/441/Volleyb all_Skills_Rubric.pdf

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Beginners may face challenges such as improper foot positioning, difficulty in maintaining ball control, lack of coordination in the swing motion, and inadequate follow-through. These can be mitigated by practicing each component separately, using structured exercises to build coordination, seeking feedback from instructors, and gradually increasing the complexity of the drills as proficiency develops .

The course content incorporates motor learning principles by breaking the serve into clear, manageable steps, allowing for focused practice on each component. This phased approach supports the development of motor patterns and muscle memory. Incorporating feedback loops and gradual complexity enhances skill acquisition, optimizing students' motor learning and performance in executing serves .

Writing a reflective essay allows learners to critically analyze their performance, identifying challenges faced and strategies adopted to overcome them. It can provide insights into personal learning processes, reveal areas for further improvement, and encourage a deeper understanding of the skills acquired, contributing to personal growth and skill mastery .

The structured assessment rubric for the underhand serve supports skill development by providing specific criteria for evaluating performance at different levels: beginner, improved, advanced, and mastered. It emphasizes critical components like proper ball hold, control during the swing, and follow-through. This allows learners to identify precise areas of strength and needed improvement, guiding targeted practice and skill refinement .

The warm-up routine prepares the body for physical activity, enhancing flexibility, reducing the risk of injury, and optimizing muscle function. It contributes to the effective execution of an underhand serve by ensuring that the player's muscles are prepared and responsive, which is essential for proper form and kinetic motion in the serve .

The educational objectives for students learning the underhand serve include applying correct techniques, following execution sequences, demonstrating proper body positioning, executing sequences correctly, understanding basic service rules, performing ball control exercises confidently, and appreciating the skills learned. These objectives aim to develop technical proficiency, coordination, comprehension of rules, and overall confidence in executing volleyball serves .

The expected learning outcomes include mastering the proper techniques of the underhand serve, performing sequences correctly, and understanding service rules. These outcomes align with broader physical education goals by promoting motor skills development, coordination, rule comprehension, and fostering a lifetime of active engagement in sports .

The underhand serve differs from other types of volleyball serves by having the player hold the ball without tossing it into the air and striking it with a fist below the waist. It offers advantages to beginners by being easier to control and requiring less coordination, since the ball remains in hand until the hit. This allows beginners to focus on form and accuracy without the complexity of a toss .

The description of exercises emphasizes body positioning by detailing each step and its impact on the serve's accuracy and power. Correct foot placement and body alignment are crucial for stability and control, reducing the risk of errors. Each exercise focuses on maintaining balanced posture, ensuring that players engage effectively with the ball, enhancing overall technique .

The key sequence steps for executing an effective underhand serve in volleyball include: positioning the feet correctly (non-dominant foot in front with toes facing forward), cupping the non-dominant hand to securely balance the ball, lowering the ball to mid-thigh height while aligning it with the hitting arm, drawing the hitting arm back in a quick pendulum motion, swinging it forward to strike the ball with a closed fist, and following through with the arm. Each step ensures stability, control, and power transfer, contributing to the accuracy and strength of the serve .

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