Formulate alignments that cover tip or dink. Players should watch opponent's pass, setter, set to its apex, their own block, and finally the attacker. Play the ball with both feet planted and with two arms as often as possible. Successful counter attack is essential. Good defense takes heart and perseverance.
Good communication is key.
The rest form a perimeter with the middle open . Back row player behind blockers must cover the tip. Front left and right hitters set back off net and open up tipped ball. Other 3 players for arch for the dig. Players all rotate in direction of the block.