Cross-Court
A diagonal ball from your pin to the far deep corner, usually zone 1 from the left, zone 5 from the right. The angle opens the court so you can miss long and still stay inside the antenna, which is one reason your volleyball hitting percentage stays higher on cross than on sharp line. Defenses shade that way, so the game becomes whether you can still score when everyone knows the shot is coming.
Example
The left outside wraps a hard cross that lands a step inside the back line in zone 1. The libero was leaning line; the ball goes where she is not.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between cross-court and line in volleyball?
Cross means you work the longer diagonal. Line is tight to the sideline, smaller window, bigger risk. When the block sits inside, you go line. When the pin blocker seals outside, you live cross. Mix keeps your efficiency up.