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Volleyball is a team sport played both indoors and on beaches, where the objective is to send a ball over a net to land in the opponent's court. Invented in 1895, it has evolved with standardized rules and gained global popularity, including its Olympic debut in 1964. The game involves various techniques like serving, passing, setting, spiking, blocking, and digging, and offers physical benefits such as improved cardiovascular health and teamwork skills.

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Volleyball

Volleyball is a team sport played both indoors and on beaches, where the objective is to send a ball over a net to land in the opponent's court. Invented in 1895, it has evolved with standardized rules and gained global popularity, including its Olympic debut in 1964. The game involves various techniques like serving, passing, setting, spiking, blocking, and digging, and offers physical benefits such as improved cardiovascular health and teamwork skills.

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Volleyball

The Game of Precision, Power, and Teamwork


What is Volleyball?
A popular team sport played with a ball
and a net.
Played both indoors and on beaches.
Objective: Send the ball over the net to
land in the opponent's court.
History of Volleyball
Volleyball, invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan in Massachusetts as "Mintonette,"
was created as a less strenuous alternative to basketball. It gained popularity
quickly, with official rules established in 1896. The Volleyball Federation was formed
in 1947 to standardize the sport and organize competitions. Volleyball debuted in the
Olympics in 1964, followed by beach volleyball in 1996. Today, millions play both
indoor and beach variations worldwide.
Rules of the Game
Team Composition:
6 players per team in indoor volleyball.
Beach volleyball: 2 players per team.

Basic Rules:

Each team gets a maximum of 3 touches to


return the ball.
A point is scored when the ball hits the floor in
the opponent's court.
The game is played in sets, with 25 points
required to win a set (must win by 2).
Basic Techniques
Serving
Overhand Serve: Common serve; tosses ball overhead for accuracy
and power.
Underhand Serve: Beginner-friendly; strikes ball below waist for an
easier play.
Jump Serve: Advanced technique; involves toss, jump, and hit for
added speed and force.

Passing
Forearm Pass (Bump): Used to receive serves or spikes by forming a
platform with forearms to direct the ball to a teammate.
Key Focus: Stay low, keep arms straight, and use legs to position the
ball instead of swinging arms.
Basic Techniques
Setting
Overhead Pass (Set): Using the fingertips to push the ball upwards into
the air, allowing a teammate to spike it. This is typically done near the
net.
Technique: Form a triangular window with the hands, contact the ball
above the forehead, and use a quick, controlled movement to send it
up.

Spiking
Spike: A forceful downward hit aimed at the opponent’s court. It is
usually done from a jump, giving it more power and a steep angle.
Approach: A common 3-step or 4-step approach to gain momentum,
followed by a jump and a powerful arm swing to strike the ball.
Basic Techniques
Blocking
Block: A defensive move to stop or deflect a spike from the opposing
team by jumping near the net with arms extended upward.
Focus: Time the jump to meet the ball at its peak and keep hands
angled to direct the ball back into the opponent’s court.

Digging
Dig: A defensive technique to prevent the ball from hitting the floor after
an opponent’s spike.
Technique: Similar to passing, but usually involves more reactive
movements. Players get low, extend arms, and use forearms to pop the
ball up to a teammate.
Volleyball Equipment
Ball: An indoor ball is heavier than a beach
volleyball.
Court: Indoor court size: 18m x 9m, beach court:
slightly smaller at 16m x 8m.
Net: Indoor height: 2.43m for men, 2.24m for
women.
Beach volleyball: similar height, same for both men
and women.
Knee pads, shoes, uniforms: the importance of
proper gear for protection and performance.
Physical Benefits of Volleyball

Improves Cardiovascular Health:


High-intensity, fast-paced nature.

Strength and Endurance:


Jumping, sprinting, and arm strength developed.

Teamwork and Communication:


Key to success in volleyball.
Assignment
Research and draw the
full details of volleyball
court.
Thank you

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