A dig is a defensive play, when the player is able to keep a spiked or rapidly hit ball from being terminated. It is when the defensive player is able to pass an opposing team attack from low to the ground, to the setter. It is usually the first contact.

The first contact made after an attacker from the other team sends the ball over to the defensive team is said to be a “dig”. Digs can be made with the forearms, open or closed hands or any other part of the body. The first contact made after an attacker from the other team sends the ball over to the defensive team is said to be a “dig”. Digs can be made with the forearms, open or closed hands or any other part of the body.