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VOLLEYBALL
 TOPICS:

1. HISTORY OF VOLLEYBALL 4. Basic Rules

2. FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT - Scoring
- Racket - Serving
- Shuttlecock - Fault
- Net - Lets
- Facilities 5. Officiating
3. Basic Skills in Playing 6. Government Body
Badminton
- Holding the Racket
- Players Position
 HISTORY OF VOLLEYBALL
WILLIAM G. MORGAN - FATHER OF VOLLEYBALL
The year was 1895 and physical director William G.
Morgan had a problem. The newly created game of
basketball, while popular with the kids, was proving to be too
strenuous for the local businessmen. He needed an
alternative - something these older gentlemen could play -
something without too much "bumping" or "jolting". So, he
borrowed. From basketball, he took the ball. From tennis the
net. The use of hands and the ability to play off the walls and
over hangs, he borrowed from handball. And, from baseball,
he took the concept of innings. He termed this new game
"Mintonette". And though admittedly incomplete, it proved
successful enough to win an audience at the YMCA Physical
Director's Conference held in Springfield, Massachusetts the • In 1964, Volleyball
next year. It was at this conference that Dr. Alfred Halstead, a was introduced to
professor at Springfield College, suggested a two-word the Olympic games
version of its present name. "Volley Ball". in Tokyo.
 HISTORY OF VOLLEYBALL IN THE
The history of volleyball in the
Philippines dates back to 1910. The
Physical Director of the YMCA, Elwood
S. Brown, first introduced volleyball to
the Philippines that year. Philippine
people began to play volleyball as a
backyard sport and games of beach
volleyball soon followed, according to
information from the Philippine
Volleyball Federation, or PVF. Players
hung the net between two trees. They
made up their own rules regarding how
many players on each side and how
many times you could hit the ball
before sending it over the net.
PHILIPPINES
The Philippines had more influence over the
style of modern volleyball than you might
think. In fact, Philippine volleyball players
invented the set and spike. The Philippine
style of volleyball inspired the Americans to
create the three-hit limit, according to
information on the PVF website. With the
new three-hit rule in place, Philippine
players experimented with new volleyball
techniques and came up with the set and
spike, a.k.a. the “Filipino Bomb”. The date
July 4, 1961 marks the birth of the Philippine
Amateur Volleyball Association. It was later
named the Philippine Amateur Volleyball
Association and is currently called the
Philippine Volleyball Federation.
 BASIC VOLLEYBALL RULES AND
• 6 players on the floor at any one time - 3 • It is legal to contact the ball with any
in the front row and 3 in the back row
• Maximum of 3 hits per side
• Points are made on every serve for
wining team of rally (rally-point scoring).
• Player may not hit the ball twice in
succession. (A block is not considered a
hit.)
• Ball may be played off the net during a
volley and on a serve.
• A ball hitting a boundary line is in.
• A ball is out if it hits an antennae, the
floor completely outside the court, any
of the net or cables outside the
antennae, the referee stand or pole, the
ceiling above a non-playable area.
REGULATIONS
part of a player’s body.
• It is illegal to catch, hold or throw the
ball.
• A player cannot block or attack a serve
from on or inside the 10-foot line.
• After the serve, front-line players may
switch positions at the net.
• Matches are made up of sets; the
number depends on level of play. 3-set
matches are 2 sets to 25 points and a
third set to 15. Each set must be won by
two points. The winner is the first team to
win 2 sets. 5-set matches are 4 sets to 25
points and fifth set to 15. The team must
win by 2 unless tournament rules dictate
otherwise. The winner is the first team to
win three sets.
 BASIC VOLLEYBALL RULE
• When serving, the player steps on or across the
VIOLATIONS
service line as while making contact with the • Crossing the court centerline with any
ball.
part of your body is a violation. Exception:
• Failure to serve the ball over the net if it is the hand or foot. In this case, the
successfully. entire hand or entire foot must cross for it
• Ball-handling errors. Contacting the ball illegally to be a violation.
(double touching, lifting, carrying, throwing, • Serving out of rotation/order.
etc.)
• Back-row player blocking (deflecting a
• Touching the net with any part of the body ball coming from the opponent) when, at
while the ball is in play.
the moment of contact, the back-row
• When blocking a ball coming from the player is near the net and has part of
opponent’s court, it’s illegal to contact the ball his/her body above the top of the net.
when reaching over the net if both your
opponent has not used 3 contacts AND they This is an illegal block.
have a player there to make a play on the ball. • Back-row player attacking a ball inside
the front zone (the area inside the 3M/10-
• When attacking a ball coming from the
opponent’s court, contacting the ball when foot line) when, at the moment of
reaching over the net is a violation if the ball contact, the ball is completely above the
has not yet broken the vertical plane of the net. net. This is an illegal attack.
 VOLLEYBALL EQUIPMENTS

The Ball
The type of ball required in
volleyball depends on the type
and level of volleyball you play.
Beach volleyballs and indoor
volleyballs vary in size, weight
and composition. Beach
volleyball is played with two
players on a smaller sand court
with a larger, lighter ball, while
indoor volleyball is played with six
players on a larger court, with a
heavier, faster ball made of
leather.
 VOLLEYBALL EQUIPMENTS

The Ball
The ball shall be spherical, made of a
flexible leather or synthetic leather case
with a bladder inside, made of rubber
or a similar material.
Its color may be a uniform light color or
a combination of colors.
Synthetic leather material and color
combinations of balls used in
international official competitions
should comply with FIVB standards.
Its circumference is 65-67 cm and its
weight is 260-280 g
 VOLLEYBALL EQUIPMENTS
Net & Poles
The net divides the volleyball
court into two halves. The height of the
net varies based on the age of the
players and the surface being played
on. An indoor net is 7 feet 11 5/8
inches in height for men and 7 feet 4
1/8 inches for women. Beach
volleyball nets are hung at the same
height. In addition to the nets, and the
poles from which they are hung,
protective padding is required to
surround these structures to ensure
player safety in case of collision.
 VOLLEYBALL EQUIPMENTS

Knee Pads
Indoor volleyball is tough on
the knees. Most courts are on
wooden gymnasium floors, making
knee protection a must. Knee pads
come in two traditional styles. Small,
flatter knee pads are worn by
beginning players and sometimes by
the setter. These players do not
traditionally dig, or dive, for the ball
repeatedly. Defensive players, who
dive frequently, often prefer the
"bubble" style of knee pad. These
full-coverage pads are often made
of shock absorbing memory foam to
prevent injury.
 VOLLEYBALL EQUIPMENTS

Ankle Braces
The most common injury
associated with a volleyball player is a
sprained ankle. To avoid the problem,
it is wise to invest in a good pair of
ankle braces. Since braces have
proven to lower injuries by 40 percent,
certain volleyball team coaches
mandate them. They provide stability
to the area without compromising
activity. Lace-up braces guard the
sides, front, and back of the ankles.
They are especially important
when setting the ball, at the time of
frequent under-the-net contact.
 VOLLEYBALL EQUIPMENTS
Training for Success
Creative inventions promise to
improve technique. While no one gadget
can create a better player, when used in
conjunction with expert coaching, training
tools can be an effective way to correct
flaws in the execution of many basic
volleyball moves. The "Volleyball Pass Rite
System" is a simple system of rubber bands
paired with wrist and ankle cuffs which
restrict players arm motion to prevent over-
swinging while bumping the ball. Spike
trainers are used to improve the approach
and execution of the spike.
 SETTING UP THE COURT
A volleyball court is 30 feet wide and 60
feet long; each side of the net is 30 feet
by 30 feet. A 2-inch line borders the
court to serve as the out-of-bounds
line. Any ball that touches the line
during play is still considered “in” the
court. In volleyball, there are six people
on the court at one time for each
team. Usually three people are in the
front row, and three are in the back
row. The front row is sectioned off by a
line 10 feet from the net, called the
“attack line” or the “10-foot line.” Front-
row players are not confined to this
section of the court, but this is where
most of their playing takes place.
 BASIC SKILLS IN VOLLEYBALL
Passing
Passing is simply getting the ball
to someone else on your team after
it’s been served or hit over the net by
the opposing team. It’s commonly
thought of as the most important skill in
all of volleyball, because your team
can’t return the ball without a solid
volleyball pass. Forearm volleyball
passes are often used to direct the
ball in a controlled manner to a
teammate, but overhead passing is
another option.
 BASIC SKILLS IN VOLLEYBALL
Setting
The setter has the most
important position on the team,
and is often the team leader for
this reason. It’s their job to make
it easy for a teammate to get
the ball over the volleyball net,
preferably with a spike that the
other team can’t return. The
setting motion gets the ball
hanging in the air, ready to be
spiked by another teammate
with force.
 BASIC SKILLS IN VOLLEYBALL
Spiking
A real crowd-pleaser,
spiking is the act of slamming
the ball in a downward motion
across the volleyball net to the
other team’s side of the court.
When done well, spiking is very
difficult to return, which is why
it’s an essential skill. A proper
spike will help accumulate
points quickly.
 BASIC SKILLS IN VOLLEYBALL
Blocking
Blocking is another important skill,
although it’s probably the most
expendable of the fundamentals.
Still, it adds a great dimension to the
game, keeping the other team on
their toes, so to speak. By timing it
right, you can jump up and deflect
or block the opponent’s attack
before it even crosses the volleyball
net, which can take them by surprise
and give your team an easy point.
 BASIC SKILLS IN VOLLEYBALL
Digging
Digging is a defensive
maneuver in volleyball that can
save your team from an offensive
spike or attack. Your job is to keep
the ball from hitting the floor, and
you do that by diving and passing
the ball in a fluid motion. Unlike a
typical pass, you’ll probably be
trying to recover the ball from a
steep downward trajectory. This is
another great skill to have, but isn’t
as important as passing, setting, or
spiking.
 BASIC SKILLS IN VOLLEYBALL

Serving
Our final fundamental skills is serving.
How can you be a great volleyball player
without knowing how to serve? There are a
variety of ways to serve, but you’ll most
often see the underhand or overhand
serves.
 TWO WAYS IN SERVING

For an underhand
serve, if you’re right-
handed, hold the ball
in your left hand while
the right hand makes
a fist with the thumb
on top. Make contact
with the underside of
the ball to send it over
the net.
 TWO WAYS IN SERVING
For an overhand serve (which is
more advanced and common
among skilled players) you’ll be
tossing the ball up while you
pull back the dominant arm
and swing. Don’t follow
through after your hand
contacts the ball, which should
feel almost like you’re
punching the ball across the
volleyball net.
 PROPER ATTIRE FOR PLAYING
VOLLEYBALL
Indoor Volleyball
In competitive play, regular
indoor volleyball and sitting volleyball
players wear jerseys that display each
player’s last name and number in
consecutive order form 1 to 20 on the
back of each shirt. Women wear snug
T-shirt jerseys with tight, very short
spandex bike shorts.
Men often wear sleeveless jersey tops
with athletic, basketball-style shorts
that hit just above the knee. The players
wear knee pads and lightweight
athletic shoes with rubber or composite
soles.
 PROPER ATTIRE FOR PLAYING
VOLLEYBALL
Recreational Play
You don’t need to wear an
official uniform to play volleyball indoors
or outdoors. You need comfortable
clothing that will not interfere with your
movements. Typically, recreational
teams wear T-shirts and basketball
shorts, but you can also wear sweats or
swish pants, as long as the pants are
not long enough to cause you to trip.
You can tape player numbers on the
back of the T-shirts. Athletic shoes that
provide good arch support and shock-
absorbency are important.
 PROPER ATTIRE FOR PLAYING
VOLLEYBALL
Safety Considerations
In any type of volleyball, dressing for safety is key. You
should not wear jewelry, especially rings, as the ball can
smash against the rings, injuring the fingers. If you must
wear a ring, wear a flat band. Women should wear
supportive sports bras and secure long hair in a ponytail or
other style that keeps the hair away from the face. If
needed, you can wear elbow braces and wear knee
braces underneath the knee pads. Volleyball is a contact
sport, so be careful wearing glasses if you do not have
prescription goggles.
 HEALTH BENEFITS FROM PLAYING
VOLLEYBALL
Burns Fat and Calories
One of the best benefits of playing
volleyball is that it helps to burn off calories. As
a result, your body can effectively maintain a
positive ratio between muscle and fat. It has
been estimated that just a half hour game of
competitive volleyball can burn anywhere
from 120 to 178 calories, while a less
competitive game may result in 90 to 133
calories burned off. Volleyball is a great way
to maintain a healthy weight, which reduces
the risks of heart disease, diabetes, and
hypertension.
 HEALTH BENEFITS FROM PLAYING
Builds and Tones Muscles VOLLEYBALL
The physical motions used Improved Mental Health
while playing volleyball help to build
the muscles in your upper and lower When you play in a volleyball
body. You squat and use your legs for tournament at our Smoky Mountain
power when passing the ball, and sports complex and work together with
use your hands, arms, and legs to set your team to achieve a common
the ball. Since playing volleyball goal, you will strengthen friendships
requires constant use of the arms and and feel a sense of group cohesion.
legs, you are effectively gaining the Team sports are also a fantastic way
benefits of a full body workout! In to improve your self confidence and
addition to building strength and
reduce stress. The positive feelings you
improving your respiratory and
cardiovascular systems, you will get from playing volleyball will transfer
receive the added benefit of toning over to other areas of your life off the
your muscles. court as well!
 HEALTH BENEFITS FROM PLAYING
Builds Coordination,
Balance, and Speed
New volleyball players
quickly improve their
coordination, balance, and
speed. The sport involves all of
these important abilities, since
the game play consists of
serving, passing, setting,
blocking, and much more.
These essential skills are used
constantly to be effective in
volleyball games, so you will
notice yourself developing these
skills more with each match!
VOLLEYBALL
Increased Aerobic Activity
While it may seem surprising, studies
have shown that someone playing even a
slow paced 20 minute game of volleyball
can use the identical amount of energy as
a person jogging for a mile. By playing a
more intense game of volleyball, you use
the same amount of energy in just 12
minutes as someone jogging a mile! Longer
and more competitive games have even
more tremendous health benefits. In
addition to enhancing your energy level,
your increased aerobic activity will improve
your performance in a variety of other
sports.
 FAMOUS INTERNATIONAL
VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS
Misty May was voted the AVP Most
Valuable Player in 2005, 2006, and
2007. Misty May is currently the
winningest Female Beach Volleyball
Player of all time. She holds the world
record for most consecutive beach
tournament victories (15).

Misty May holds the world record for

consecutive match victories (90).

Misty May Treanor is one of only three

players to be named a two-time
AVCA National Player of the Year.
 FAMOUS INTERNATIONAL
VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS
Karch Kiraly has the most
professional career beach
volleyball tournament victories
(148). He is the only volleyball
player to win three gold medals
(1984,1988,1996).

Karch Kiraly is known as the

sparkplug that inspired the 1984
and 1988 USA Mens Olympic
Volleyball Teams by playing
outstanding volleyball and
encouraging his teammates to
play their best.
 FAMOUS LOCAL VOLLEYBALL
PLAYERS
ALYSSA VALDEZ
Alyssa Caymo Valdez is a
Filipino volleyball player who
currently plays for Creamline
Cool Smashers.
She was a member of the
collegiate varsity volleyball
team of Ateneo de Manila
University in both indoor and
beach volleyball. She is a
current member of Philippines
national team.
 FAMOUS LOCAL VOLLEYBALL
DENNISE MICHELLE LAZARO PLAYERS
Dennise Michelle “Denden” Garcia
Lazaro (born 21 January 1992) is a Filipina
volleyball player. Lazaro is a member
of Philippines national team. She was born
on 21 January 1992 in Metro Manila and
she is a high school graduate of Colegio
San Agustin – Makati and belongs to the
Ateneo de Manila University class 2015
after finishing a BS Biology course. After
graduation, Lazaro entered medical
school at the Ateneo School of Medicine
and Public Health. However, by the end of
2016, it was reported that Lazaro filed a
leave of absence from her schooling to
focus on her volleyball career.
 FAMOUS LOCAL VOLLEYBALL
Marck Jesus Espejo PLAYERS
(ADMU)
Known as "The Phenom" of
Philippine volleyball, he
was the first player in UAAP
history to win the Rookie of
the Year and Most
Valuable Player award in
one season. He scored a
league record 55 points. 5
UAAP MVPs in his 5 years in
Ateneo.
ARE YOU READY
TO PLAY
VOLLEYBALL?