Terms
The act of starting the game or a point by hitting the ball over the net from behind the end line.
What is serving?
This is often performed after a pass and set.
What is attacking or spiking?
The technique used to receive a serve or an opponent’s attack, usually by using the forearms to direct the ball to a teammate. The goal of passing is to get the ball to the setter in a controlled manner so they can prepare for an attack.
What is passing?
Players try to intercept the ball using their hands and arms, ideally redirecting it back into the opponent’s court.
What is blocking?
A technique used to deliver the ball to a hitter or attacker is usually using the finger to push the ball in a controlled manner.
What is the Setting?
An underhand or overhand throw where the goal is to land the ball in the opponent’s court without them being able to return it.
What is serve?
The offensive action is hitting the ball forcefully with one’s hand to score a point by making the ball land in the opponent’s court.
What is attack or spiking?
When a player aims to place the ball in the best possible position for a teammate to execute an attack.
What is setter or setting?"
A defensive action where one or more players jump near the net to prevent an opponent’s attack (spike) from crossing into their side of the court.
What is blocking?
The goal of passing is to get the ball to the setter in a controlled manner so they can prepare for an attack.
What is passing?