VARIANTS OF THE VOLLEY

Full volley

Here the player hits the ball directly from the air without it first touching the ground. The ball is usually shot with the instep, which often results in a powerful shot.

Half volley

With a half-volley, the player hits the ball at the exact moment it hits the ground or immediately after. This can be a very technical technique as timing is particularly important.

Side volley

Here the ball is received sideways in the air, often with the outside of the foot.

Overhead or bicycle kick

This is a spectacular form of volley in which the player shoots the ball over his head while backwards in the air.