General Volleyball
What shape is a volleyball?
Sphere
Which position gets the first ball?
Libero
How many points do the first 2 sets go to?
25
What is a defensive action that is performed by jumping up and using two hands to stop the ball from returning onto your own court called?
A block
True or false: A player is allowed to play the ball out of bounds?
True
How many people are on the court at one time?
6
Which position gets the second ball?
setter
How many points does the third set go to?
15
What is it called when a player serves the ball, lands in the court and the no one on the opposing team touches the ball?
An ace
True or False: Players are only allowed to bump off a serve?
False
How many main positions are there?
5
Which positions can get the third ball?
Outside hitter, Opposite hitter, and Middle blocker
When the ball lands on the perimeter line, is it considered in or out?
In
What is the name for a ball that is returned over the net to the opposing team that is easily handled?
A freeball
How many times can one team touch the ball at once?
3
How many positions can spike?
3
Where does the setter stand?
Back Right
True or false: either team can score on a serve.
True
What is the term for a spike that cannot be returned?
A kill
True or false: A block is considered one of your 3 hits allowed per side
What was volleyball originally named?
Mintonette
Which positions can spike the ball?
Outside hitter, Opposite hitter, and Middle blocker
By how many points must any team win by?
2
What is that name given to a pass made with one hand usually cupped or in a fist often in a very difficult play?
A dig
Can a back row player hit the ball above the white tape (on the net)?
Yes, as long as they are behind the attack line