Player Experience

This page was developed for new players to assist you in rating your own experience level compared to the divisions in the Bump Set Drink Volleyball league. The videos below were taken from actual BSD playoff games at each level of play. If you are unsure which level you should be playing, please check out the videos and let us know which one best describes your game.

Note: BSD's AA division is not nearly as cutthroat as a USAV AA division men's team. (Some of the better players in this division may play there... or dream of playing there... no need to be intimidated!!!) With that said, the BSD Volleyball league's divisions are strong and compeititve at each level since players are drafted (no sandbagging teams!). We have more players and more teams than any other local co-recrational league, which builds a greater diversity of skill levels than any other local league. Check out the videos... we have a spot for you too!!!

All players new to the league should come to the first tryout... aim high! It's better for everyone to get you placed in the division most appropriate for your skill level.

AA Division Video
AA division play is characterized by bumping, setting and hitting on nearly every rally. Hitters put the ball down hard and usually face double blocking. Setters are skilled enough to set forward or back and can usually place the ball in spots to match the hitter's approaches.

A Division Video
A division play is also characterized by bumping, setting and hitting on nearly every rally. The better hitter can hit hard and put the ball down, usually against single blocking. Setters can be hand setters or bump setters and are usually fairly accurate. Rallys can tend to be longer since there are fewer rally ending kills than AA division. Most players in this division are also solid defensively.

BBB Division Video
BBB division players usually attempt by bumping, setting and hitting on most rallys. The difference in the level of play between A division and BBB division is consistency. BBB division rallys are usually fun and exciting, but hitters and setters tend to be a little less consistent here. Sometimes there are great plays and sometimes execution slips up! Many players in this division could play at the higher levels with a little more consitency in their game.

BB Division Video
BB division players are clearly a step above beginning players. Usually, the team attempt to score by bumping, setting and spiking. Players in this level have a good understanding of court positioning and possess sufficcient skills to build long, exciting rallys.

B Division Video
(not available)
B division is generally a beginning league. There will be players will some good volleyball experience in this league (which helps keep play going). This is also the place where players begin learning the difference between comptetive (refereed) volleyball and company picnic "carry and throw" exhibitions. This is the league to learn how to pass correctly, where to stand on the court, practice defense, setting and hitting.

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AA Division Video	AA division play is characterized by bumping, setting and hitting on nearly every rally. Hitters put the ball down hard and usually face double blocking. Setters are skilled enough to set forward or back and can usually place the ball in spots to match the hitter's approaches.
A Division Video	A division play is also characterized by bumping, setting and hitting on nearly every rally. The better hitter can hit hard and put the ball down, usually against single blocking. Setters can be hand setters or bump setters and are usually fairly accurate. Rallys can tend to be longer since there are fewer rally ending kills than AA division. Most players in this division are also solid defensively.
BBB Division Video	BBB division players usually attempt by bumping, setting and hitting on most rallys. The difference in the level of play between A division and BBB division is consistency. BBB division rallys are usually fun and exciting, but hitters and setters tend to be a little less consistent here. Sometimes there are great plays and sometimes execution slips up! Many players in this division could play at the higher levels with a little more consitency in their game.
BB Division Video	BB division players are clearly a step above beginning players. Usually, the team attempt to score by bumping, setting and spiking. Players in this level have a good understanding of court positioning and possess sufficcient skills to build long, exciting rallys.
B Division Video (not available)	B division is generally a beginning league. There will be players will some good volleyball experience in this league (which helps keep play going). This is also the place where players begin learning the difference between comptetive (refereed) volleyball and company picnic "carry and throw" exhibitions. This is the league to learn how to pass correctly, where to stand on the court, practice defense, setting and hitting.