What is the most important skill in volleyball?

Passing.

Passing is the most important skill in volleyball as it is the foundation from which all volleyball flows. If you cannot play a well controlled pass to your teammates then it is not possible to build an effective structured attack in order to win points.

If you cannot pass the serve then you will not be able to play or win a point.

A good pass leads to a good set which flows to a good attacking shot/spike. Without a good pass it is difficult to build on the next shots.

Some people say serving is the most important skill. This is as serving is the first chance that can generate an immediate point and it begins the game. Serving is the only time in the game that you start with full control of the ball.

What do you think? Passing or serving? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

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