Volley

How it is used

Use hit a volley or volley the ball; the word can describe a shot or a pass.

Example sentences

1. She met the cross with a volley before it could bounce.

   The attacker strikes the delivery directly out of the air.

2. His volley across the box gave the striker an easy chance.

   A volley describes the contact technique even when used as a pass.

Common collocations

• hit a volley
• first-time volley
• volley the ball

Related terms

• shotAn attempt to score by kicking or heading the ball towards the opponents' goal.
• crossA pass from the side of the pitch into the penalty area, aimed at a teammate who can head or shoot. As a verb, to cross means to deliver such a pass.

More terms: Match Actions & Skills

• goal
• score
• pass
• tackle
• header
• dribble
• assist
• save
• own goal
• clearance
• through ball
• first touch