Volleyball Rules, Scoring, and Serving Fundamentals

Vocabulary flashcards covering core volleyball terminology, scoring thresholds, rules, serving mechanics, and essential equipment.

Ace

A serve that scores without being returned.

Kill

An attack that scores.

Block

A defensive play that can stop an attack and score a point.

Side out

A situation that happens when the receiving team wins the rally and gets the serve.

Standard set scoring

A regulation set is played to $25$ points, with a required winning margin of $2$ points.

Fifth set scoring

The deciding fifth set is played to $15$ points, with a required winning margin of $2$ points.

Volleyball rotation

The clockwise movement of players on the court after their team wins a rally and gets the serve.

Common volleyball fouls

Rule violations including touching the net, crossing the centre line illegally, carrying the ball, and executing illegal serves or hits.

Serving steps

The sequential procedure for serving: 1. Stand behind the end line; 2. Hold the ball with your non-dominant hand; 3. Toss the ball up; 4. Shift your weight and swing your dominant arm; 5. Hit the ball with your palm toward the opponent's court; 6. Follow through, swinging forward and up.

Volleyball equipment

Gear consisting of a synthetic leather volleyball, knee pads, and volleyball shoes used for support and grip.