The document defines an overhead pass as a technique used in volleyball to pass the ball to a teammate to set up an offensive play. It describes the proper mechanics of the overhead pass, including starting in a crouched position with knees bent and weight evenly distributed, using fingers and thumbs to form a pocket and make contact with the ball, distributing weight to the balls of the feet upon contact, and extending the arms, knees, and ankles to propel the ball upward while following through in the direction of the pass.

1. OVERHEAD
PASS
Prepared by: Fritzie B. Talidano
BPE 3-B

2. Definition
Overhead Pass
- commonly known as set.
- set is used to pass the ball
to a teammate to set an
offensive play or to place the
ball to the opponent’s
court.

3. Mechanics
Starting Stance:
assume a crouched position
one foot leading
knees bent weight evenly distributed
on both feet
fingers and thumbs spread well apart
and palms towards the ball
hands form a pocket like position
eyes watching the ball.

5. Weight Movements:
Upon contact with
the ball, the
player evenly
distributes his
weight on the
balls of his feet .

6. Passing Action:
Strike the ball upward in
the direction of the aim.
By extension of arms,
knees, and ankles , ball
is propelled upward.
Control the ball upward
with forefingers.

7. Completion of Movements:
Arms and body should follow
through in direction of the ball.
Straighten knees upon contact with
the ball.