The Similarities and Differences Between the 5-1, 6-2, and 4-2 Volleyball Rotations

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All Similarities and Differences between the 5-1, 6-2, and 4-2 vOLLEYBALL rOTATIONS.

Volleyball rotations are an important part of learning the sport, and also teaching it to athletes. Choosing the correct rotation for your season comes by knowing the similarities and differences between the rotations.

In this blog post I will discuss the similarities and differences between the 5-1, 4-2, and 6-2 volleyball rotations.

The 5-1, 6-2, 4-2 rOTATIONS

The rotation names help us define each difference or similarity between the rotations.

For example:

6-2 = 6 hitters, 2 setters

4-2 = 4 hitters, 2 setters

5-1 = 5 hitters, 1 setter

In the 6-2 rotation there are always 3 hitters in the front row, helping us have 6 hitters total in our 6 rotations.

In the 4-2 rotation there are always 2 hitters in the front row, equaling 4 total hitters in our 6 rotations.

In the 5-1 rotation there are 3 hitters in the front row for 3 of the 6 rotations, and 2 hitters in front row for the remaining 3 rotations equaling 5 total hitters in our 6 rotations.

Differences Between Rotations

The 5-1 rotation is different from the 6-2 and 4-2 as it only uses one setter for the entire 6 rotations. This means the setter sets out of the back-row, and front row.

The 6-2 rotation is also different from the 4-2 where in the 6-2 our 2 setters only set out of the back-row.

Conclusion

Rotations can make or break your chance to win competitive matches. Knowing your options, and the differences between them help mitigate any decision which can hinder your team.

See you in the next blog post!

-Coach T