volleyer
/ˈvɑliər/
noun
- A person who hits a ball (especially in tennis, volleyball, or soccer) before it touches the ground.
- The volleyer at the net smashed the ball past her opponent.
- The soccer volleyer timed his kick perfectly and scored from outside the box.
- In beach volleyball, a good volleyer can control the pace of the game.
- A person who fires a volley of bullets, arrows, or other projectiles.
- The soldiers were skilled volleyers, reloading quickly after each shot.
- Each volleyer in the firing squad aimed at the target.
- The archers trained as volleyers, releasing arrows in unison.