8 Questions
Who is credited with inventing volleyball?
William G. Morgan
Where was volleyball invented?
Holyoke, United States
When was volleyball invented?
Late 19th century
In which year was the game of volleyball, originally known as 'Mintonette,' introduced at the YMCA in Holyoke?
1895
What was the height of the net when volleyball was initially played?
Six feet and six inches
When was the first official ball specifically designed for volleyball introduced?
1900
When did volleyball make its Olympic debut?
1964
When was the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) founded?
1947
Study Notes
Volleyball History
- Volleyball was invented by William G. Morgan.
- Volleyball was invented in Holyoke, Massachusetts, USA.
- Volleyball was invented in 1895.
Volleyball Development
- The game of volleyball, originally known as 'Mintonette,' was introduced at the YMCA in Holyoke in 1896.
- The initial height of the net when volleyball was initially played was 6 feet 6 inches.
Volleyball Evolution
- The first official ball specifically designed for volleyball was introduced in 1900.
- Volleyball made its Olympic debut in 1964 at the Tokyo Olympics.
International Governance
- The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) was founded in 1947.
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