Dive
A defensive play where both feet leave the floor, you reach for a ball you cannot play standing up, and you land on your chest or side. You use it when the ball is too far for a normal dig. If you get it up, your team still has the rest of its contacts.
Example
A short tip bounces to the libero's left. She dives, pops the ball up with one arm, and the setter has to bump-set. The rally keeps going.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a dive and a sprawl?
On a dive, both feet leave the floor and you land after reaching. A sprawl is a long, low slide where you stay closer to the floor. You dive when the ball is farther away. You sprawl when a step and a reach will get there.