Fundamentals of Volleyball Explained

Aug 6, 2024

Basic Rules of Volleyball

Court Dimensions

  • Size: 18 meters long x 9 meters wide
  • Free Zone: At least 3 meters wide on all sides
  • Divisions: Two equal halves, with a front zone of 3 meters on both sides of the net
  • Net Height: 2.43 meters for males, 2.24 meters for females
  • Antennas: 80 cm height, must pass the ball within these antennas

Teams

  • Composition: 2 teams, each with 6 players
  • Roles:
    • 2 Hitters
    • 2 Blockers
    • 1 Setter
    • 1 Libero
  • Row Division: Players are divided into front row and back row

Scoring System

  • Sets: Each set consists of 25 points
  • Winning a Set: Must score at least 25 points and have a two-point lead
    • If tied at 24, play continues until one team leads by two
  • Match Format: Usually best of five sets
    • Fifth set consists of 15 points instead of 25 if necessary

Winning Points

  • How to Win a Point:
    • Hit the ball into opponent's court
    • Opponent fails to return the ball or commits a foul
  • Serve:
    • Executed from behind the end line
    • Must hit the ball over the net between antennas
    • Faults: stepping on the line, ball going out, or touching the net

Ball Handling

  • Return Rules:
    • Opponent must return the ball within three touches
    • Ball must remain airborne; touching the ground results in losing the point

Essential Techniques

  • Passing (Bumping):
    • Basic skill using forearms to pass the ball
    • Absorbs serve energy and reduces speed
  • Setting:
    • Used to place ball for hitters
    • Requires precise hand placement and timing
  • Hitting (Spiking):
    • Powerful technique to score points
    • Involves jumping and hitting with an open hand

Blocking

  • Technique:
    • Stop opponent's attack and deflect the ball back
    • If blocker hits the ball into the opposing court, the team scores
    • A single player cannot touch the ball twice in a row

Rotation and Positioning

  • If serving team wins the point, server remains in position
  • If receiving team wins the serve, players rotate clockwise

Additional Resources

  • For more details, watch video on volleyball positions and 5-1 rotation.

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