Volleyball Terms

2. Hit An illegal action where a player contacts the ball twice in a row.
4. Out When the team that is not serving wins the point, gaining the right to serve.
6. A defensive move where a player prevents the ball from touching the court after a spike or attack.
7. The action that starts the play, where a player hits the ball over the net to the opposing team.
9. A serve that results in a point because the opposing team cannot return it.
10. Serve A serve where the ball is struck below the waist, typically easier for beginners.
13. Serve A type of serve where the ball does not spin, making it difficult to predict its movement.
14. A defensive play where one or more players jump at the net to stop or deflect the ball back to the opponent’s side.
15. An attack or spike that directly results in a point because the opposing team is unable to return it.
16. Violation When a player touches the net during play, resulting in a point for the opposing team.

1. A defensive move where a player dives and slides with one hand flat on the ground to keep the ball in play just before it hits the court
3. Serve A type of serve where the ball is struck above the head with the hand.
4. A forceful hit of the ball downward into the opponent’s court, often used to score points.
5. A defensive specialist player who can substitute freely in the back row without formal substitution rules, focusing on receiving serves and playing defense.
7. A pass where the ball is positioned by a player to be hit by a teammate, usually for an attack.
8. The clockwise movement of players on the court after winning the serve.
9. Any offensive action of hitting the ball to the opponent’s side, typically referring to a spike or hit.
11. A deceptive play where the setter, instead of setting the ball for an attack, quickly pushes or taps the ball over the net to catch the opponents off guard.
12. Keeping the ball in the air without letting it touch the ground.
17. A soft hit where a player uses their fingertips to push the ball over the blockers, aiming for an empty spot on the court.