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What Is The Definition Of Pancake In Volleyball?
1. This is a defensive play and type of dig where the player throws themselves on the ground and uses the back of their hand to hit the ball.
With this type of defensive play, the player attempting to hit the ball usually dives with their arm extended and their palm facing the ground so that the ball hits the back of their hand. This type of defensive tactic is commonly used by liberos.
Examples Of How Pancake Is Used In Commentary
1. Costello reacts just in-time and extends her hand for the perfect pancake, lifting the ball up for her teammates.
Sports The Term Is Used
1. Volleyball