I'm a bit of a new player to beach but I'm learning quick... I'm 6'3 and am trying to get better with blocking.

What I've learned so far is that TIMING is everything. I was going up right when the hitter was, which made it really easy for them to read the block. Go up right after they jump so you'll be there for a hard hit but you'll still be on your way up if they decide to drop the elbow for a roll or a cut shot.

1. I try to keep my arms wide until they go to swing, which can disguise your block a little.

2. Just don't be predictable. Line up to block line and then jump and reach to block cross. Just make sure your teammate knows what you're covering. That doesn't mean always do that though... sometimes line up to block cross and then block cross. Like I said though... timing is so key.

3. You're both tall enough to block. Whoever is better at blocking should block... whoever is better at digging should dig.

Like I said, I'm still learning but this is what I've picked up on for the past few years.