spike

volleyball

Also known as: kill

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In volleyball, a spike is a powerful, offensive hit where a player jumps and strikes the ball sharply downward over the net into the opponent's court. This action aims to score a point by making the ball unreturnable. It is one of the most dynamic and decisive plays in the sport.12

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(This offensive action, called a spike, or kill, is usually performed most effectively and with greatest power near the net by the forward line of players.)
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(This offensive action, called a spike, or kill, is usually performed most effectively and with greatest power near the net by the forward line of players.)
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