Biomechanical Analysis of Spiking Technique in Elite Volleyball Players

R. Kishore Jani
Guest Lecturer, Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Corresponding Author Email: kishorejani3@gmail.com
Keywords: Biomechanics, volleyball spike, kinematics, kinetics, performance analysis, elite players

Abstract

Spiking is the most powerful and decisive offensive skill in volleyball, requiring a complex integration of biomechanical principles involving force generation, coordination, and timing. This paper examines the biomechanical characteristics of the spiking technique in elite volleyball players, focusing on kinematic and kinetic variables across different phases of movement. Key factors such as approach velocity, take-off mechanics, arm swing dynamics, and ball contact are analyzed. The study highlights how efficient biomechanical execution enhances performance while reducing injury risk. Findings indicate that elite players demonstrate optimal coordination between lower and upper body segments, resulting in greater spike velocity and accuracy.

Citation

R. Kishore Jani “Biomechanical Analysis of Spiking Technique in Elite Volleyball Players” International Journal of Current Science Research (IJCSR) e-ISSN: 2454-5422: 12(4): 2026: 46 - 51

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20175361

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© 2026 The Author(s). Published by Dr. BGR Publications . The authors retain copyright of this article. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author(s) and source are credited.

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