Common block signals
How does the blocker decide how to block?
Beach volleyball
Closed fist No block should be attempted for the opponent on that side of the court, also known as "pull-off" One finger The blocker should block an opponent's "line" attack, or a ball hit toward the nearest sideline Two fingers The blocker should block an opponent's "angle" attack, or a ball hit diagonally from the net and across the court Open hand The blocker should block "ball", deciding how to block based upon the opposing team's set, and the hitter's approach and arm-swing technique. Common block signals. Note: In Europe closed fist and open hand signals have the opposite meaning of blocking. If the partner is showing the closed fist the blocker should block "ball" and open hand means that the blocker should "pull-off" the net.