Volleyball is a team sport played between two teams of six players, separated by a net, where players attempt to score points by landing the ball on the opponent’s court. It involves using hands to hit the ball over the net, with each team allowed three touches before returning the ball. Each team has a maximum of three contacts per side to return the ball over the net, and a point is scored when the ball lands on the opponent’s court or when an error is made.
Rules about volleyball
Team Composition and Rotation:
- Each team has six players on the court
- The Front-row players have to block or attack when the ball is coming
- The back row does not get to block or attack the ball
- After the serve, front-row players can move now
Ball handling and touching:
- Each team can touch the ball a maximum of three times before hitting over the net.
- A player cannot hit the ball two times in succession, but a block cannot be considered a hit.
History of volleyball:
Volleyball was invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan, a YMCA physical education director, in
Holyoke, Massachusetts. It gained popularity in the United States. The sport continued to evolve, changing rules and techniques over time. Today, volleyball is a popular sport worldwide, with over 800 million participants.
William G. Morgan
Key skills
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- Passing skills – Passing is a versatile skill in volleyball. The first thing you need to get good at as a beginner volleyball player is passing.
- Hitting skills – Hitting is an essential aspect of volleyball. It allows players to attack the opponent’s defense in various ways.
- Blocking skills – A block is when a player is near the net and jumps up with their hands
above their head to block the opposition’s attacking shot.
Defensive skills – A robust defense in volleyball includes skills like digging and blocking; these skills require quick reflexes and strategic positioning.
