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What significant change did volleyball undergo in 1918?
What significant change did volleyball undergo in 1918?
- The number of players per team was fixed at 6. (correct)
- Volleyball was included in the Olympic Games.
- The point system changed to 15 points per game.
- The rotation system was introduced.
Which of the following governing bodies oversees international volleyball competitions?
Which of the following governing bodies oversees international volleyball competitions?
- PVA - Panay Volleyball Association
- AVC - Asian Volleyball Confederation (correct)
- IVBF - International Volleyball Federation (correct)
- PAVA - Philippine Amateur Volleyball Association
What was introduced at the Olympic Games in Atlanta in 1996?
What was introduced at the Olympic Games in Atlanta in 1996?
- Beach volleyball (correct)
- Youth volleyball championships
- Mixed volleyball
- Indoor volleyball
Which of the following items is NOT considered essential equipment in a volleyball match?
Which of the following items is NOT considered essential equipment in a volleyball match?
Which scoring system has been adopted for volleyball since 1917?
Which scoring system has been adopted for volleyball since 1917?
How much must a volleyball weigh according to regulations?
How much must a volleyball weigh according to regulations?
Who among the following is responsible for maintaining the score during a volleyball match?
Who among the following is responsible for maintaining the score during a volleyball match?
What was one of the first significant governing bodies for volleyball formed in 1947?
What was one of the first significant governing bodies for volleyball formed in 1947?
What is the main objective of volleyball?
What is the main objective of volleyball?
Which statement correctly describes the player composition of a volleyball team?
Which statement correctly describes the player composition of a volleyball team?
Who invented the sport of volleyball?
Who invented the sport of volleyball?
What height was the volleyball net raised to during its initial experiments?
What height was the volleyball net raised to during its initial experiments?
How did volleyball first start in the Philippines?
How did volleyball first start in the Philippines?
Which of the following best describes the evolution of volleyball since its invention?
Which of the following best describes the evolution of volleyball since its invention?
What influenced William G. Morgan's idea for volleyball?
What influenced William G. Morgan's idea for volleyball?
What organization is recognized as the largest international sporting federation?
What organization is recognized as the largest international sporting federation?
What is the primary objective of a volleyball game?
What is the primary objective of a volleyball game?
How many players are on the court for each team during a volleyball match?
How many players are on the court for each team during a volleyball match?
What happens if the ball bounces in the out-of-bounds area?
What happens if the ball bounces in the out-of-bounds area?
What action must a player take when serving the ball?
What action must a player take when serving the ball?
Which of the following serves is NOT included in the list of volleyball serving techniques?
Which of the following serves is NOT included in the list of volleyball serving techniques?
What is the height of the volleyball net in a standard match?
What is the height of the volleyball net in a standard match?
How many timeouts does each team get per set?
How many timeouts does each team get per set?
After each set, how are timeouts reset?
After each set, how are timeouts reset?
What is a 'dink' in volleyball?
What is a 'dink' in volleyball?
When is a 'held ball' called in volleyball?
When is a 'held ball' called in volleyball?
What characterizes a 'floater' serve?
What characterizes a 'floater' serve?
What happens during a 'joust' in volleyball?
What happens during a 'joust' in volleyball?
What is the main feature of a 'free ball' return?
What is the main feature of a 'free ball' return?
What is the maximum number of times a team can hit the ball before it must be returned?
What is the maximum number of times a team can hit the ball before it must be returned?
When a player blocks a ball, what happens if the ball bounces out of bounds?
When a player blocks a ball, what happens if the ball bounces out of bounds?
What is considered a legal serve in volleyball?
What is considered a legal serve in volleyball?
How many points must a team lead by to win a game in volleyball?
How many points must a team lead by to win a game in volleyball?
Which of the following actions is considered a violation in volleyball?
Which of the following actions is considered a violation in volleyball?
What term describes a serve that results directly in a point?
What term describes a serve that results directly in a point?
Which position refers to the players who are located near the baseline?
Which position refers to the players who are located near the baseline?
What is the main purpose of a block in volleyball?
What is the main purpose of a block in volleyball?
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Study Notes
Overview of Volleyball
- Volleyball is a team sport comparable to hand tennis, played by two teams of six players each.
- The objective is to score points by hitting the ball back and forth over a net, ensuring it lands in the opponent's area without being returned.
Brief History
- Invented by William G. Morgan in 1895 at a YMCA gym in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
- Originally named "Mintonette" and designed to combine elements from various sports.
- Introduced to the Philippines in 1910 by Elwood S. Brown, evolving from a backyard sport to a popular beach game.
- Volleyball has grown to be one of the five major international sports, overseen by the FIVB.
Governing Bodies
- FIVB - Fédération Internationale de Volleyball
- IVBF - International Volleyball Federation
- AVC - Asian Volleyball Confederation
- PAVA - Philippine Amateur Volleyball Association
- PVA - Panay Volleyball Association
- IVA - Iloilo Volleyball Association
Significant Dates
- 1900: Introduction of the point system (21 points).
- 1912: Implementation of the rotation system.
- 1917: Adoption of the 15-point scoring system.
- 1918: Standardization of six players per team.
- 1947: Formation of the International Volleyball Association.
- 1964: Inclusion of volleyball in the Summer Olympics.
Officiating Officials
- 1st Referee, 2nd Referee, Scorer, Timer, Line Judges, Announcer, Board Scorer, Tournament Manager, Ball Retrievers.
Facilities and Equipment
- Essential equipment includes the ball, playing court, net, poles, scoreboard, and digital clock.
- The ball characteristics: spherical, made of leather/synthetic; 65-67 cm circumference, 260-280 g weight, 0.30-0.325 kg/cm² pressure.
Basic Skills
- Service Types: Underhand, side-arm, wind-mill, over-hand, jump serve.
- Hitting Techniques: Top spin, kill, various volley types.
- Blocking and Retrieving Techniques: Essential for both defense and offense.
Playing Court
- Rectangular measuring 18m by 9m; net height at 2.43m.
- Teams consist of six players; playing segments through timeouts and rotations.
Gameplay Rules
- Points scored when the ball lands in the opponent's court or if they fail to return it correctly.
- Each game played to 25 points; at least a two-point lead required to win.
- Players cannot double hit, carry the ball, or touch the net during play.
Key Terminology
- Ace: A serve that results in a direct point.
- Assist: Setting the ball for a teammate to score.
- Block: Defensive action against a spike.
- Floorball: Returning the ball without intent to score (free ball).
- Kill: Attack that directly leads to a point.
Violations
- Touching the net, failing to clear it, stepping over the service line, or improper ball contacts result in faults and point deductions.
These notes outline critical aspects and features of volleyball, its regulations, history, and essential terminology, providing a comprehensive overview for study or review.
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