Steady Eddy
Legend
You're right, but court politics prevents doing it. Sometimes, I know I'd win more points if my partner stayed OFF the court! But you can't tell someone that. For political reasons, they get half the court, and more than half of the balls because the opponents direct all shots to them.Never play 2-back if one player is much weaker as the stronger player will not get a single ball. If he is a liability at the net missing easy shots or not putting away easy volleys, then park him close to the net and near the alley while you are prepared to cover a lot of court including lobs. When he is serving, I-formation is good if he is willing to serve from near the center line and quickly move to cover one side, but many weak players are unwilling to do that. In that case, play from a position closer to the middle at the net and try to poach a lot. Unfortunately if his serves and shots are weak, the opponents will successfully keep the ball away from you when he serves and returns.
If you go to the net you'll be human target practice because of your partner lollypop shots. They don't understand that the net game doesn't work so well behind short, high bouncers. They'll think simply that you're not a good enough volleyer.
Grin and bear it. At least you're getting some fresh air.