Volleyball History and Rules Quiz

William G. Morgan created volleyball in February 9, 1895.

The original name of volleyball was 'mintonette' and it was changed to 'volleyball' because observers noticed that players were 'volleying' the ball back and forth.

The first game of volleyball was played at Springfield College in 1896.

<p>Significant developments in the history of volleyball include the creation of official rules by the USVBA in 1928, the adoption of volleyball by Canada in 1900, and the approval and recognition of national volleyball referees in 1934.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The first volleyball net was 6 feet 6 inches tall, unlike now where the net is almost 8 feet tall.</p> Signup and view all the answers