Volleyball Serving and Fundamentals

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Questions and Answers

What is the correct sequence for serving the ball overhead?

Hold the ball in the right hand, toss, hit, step with the left foot.

Toss the ball, step with the left foot, hit with the right hand, drag the right toe. (correct)

Bend over, hit with the fist of the left hand, drag the right toe.

Step with the right foot, toss, hit, drag the left toe.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the maximum hits allowed on one side?

Teams can hit the ball four times before returning it.

Each player can hit the ball twice before returning.

You can hit the ball an unlimited number of times.

Three hits are allowed before returning the ball. (correct)

During a volleyball serve, where must the server contact the ball?

At the net.

Behind the end line. (correct)

On the center line.

In front of the end line.

What is a 'let' serve in volleyball?

A serve that hits the net and goes over. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of volleyball, what does the term 'dig' refer to?

When a defensive player passes a ball that has been hit by the offense. Signup and view all the answers

What must happen for a point to be scored in volleyball?

The ball must hit the opponent's court. Signup and view all the answers

What must players avoid doing when it comes to the net during play?

Your body may not touch the net at any time. Signup and view all the answers

How does the scoring system work in volleyball?

Points are scored every time the ball hits the court. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step when executing an overhead serve in volleyball?

Toss the ball Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form of the arms when receiving a serve using the bump technique?

Straight and simple Signup and view all the answers

During a volleyball match, how must players rotate after a point is scored?

Clockwise Signup and view all the answers

What action is prohibited when the ball is being played in volleyball?

Hitting the ball twice in succession Signup and view all the answers

In volleyball, which is true about the point scoring system?

Teams must win by a margin of 2 points Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the ball touches the line during play?

The ball is still in play Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the sequence for hitting (spiking) the ball?

Taking 3 steps right, left, right, then jumping Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dig' refer to in volleyball?

A player passing the ball after an attack Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Volleyball Serve

Overhead Serve: Stand with feet slightly forward, toss ball, step with left foot, hit ball with right fist
Underhand Serve: Stand feet slightly forward, bend over with shoulders forward, hold ball in left hand, step with left foot and hit the ball with your right hand using the fist.

Volleyball Fundamentals

Pass (Bump): Feet forward, knees bent, form hands in a straight shape/simple position to receive ball.
Set: Feet forward, knees bent, make hands in a shape to hit ball. Use steps (right, left, right, left) with last two steps as a 2-foot take-off.
Hit (Spike): Right foot forward, knees bent, third of the big 3. Open hand third of big 3 technique.

Volleyball Rules

3 hits per side: A team can only hit the ball three times before it must cross the net.
No hitting the ball twice in a row: Teams need to rotate in a clockwise direction.
Center Line: You may not cross or step over the center line during the serve.
Players in the court: All players need to be in the court during the server's service except for the server themselves.
Serve Contact: During the serve, the server must contact the ball behind the end line.
Net Contact: A player may not touch the net during the game, and a ball hitting the net is a let (good).
Winning the game: Winning is when one team scores to 25 points, winning by 2. Points are scored every hit on the ground.
Rally Scores: When a point is scored due the other team hitting the ball to the ground it is a rally score

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Test your knowledge on the essential skills and rules of volleyball, including serving techniques like the overhead and underhand serve. This quiz covers critical fundamentals such as passing, setting, and hitting, as well as important game rules. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike!