"sumptuous volley" describes a powerful and skillful shot in sports, especially in football (soccer). It refers to a beautifully executed strike that is impressive and pleasing to watch. Full definition
Manchester City were gifted the perfect start to their Premier League clash with West Ham United on Sunday, when Hammers defender James Collins lobbed his own goalkeeper with an unfortunately sumptuous volley. (caughtoffside.com)
Final Thought It is not that Ramsey hasn't impacted Arsenal positively; on the other hand — we are yet to see him score those sumptuous volleys from the edge of the 18 - yard box — make those darting runs from the middle of the park, which, after all, has what got us glued to watching this Welsh wizard. (justarsenal.com)
Leroy Sane put City ahead with a sumptuous volley from David Silva's pin - point cross in the fourth minute before Gabriel Jesus... (punditarena.com)