1.

What is Volleyball

Volleyball is a team sport that involves two teams of six players separated by a net. The game is played
with a ball, and the objective is to score points by grounding the ball on the opponent's court or forcing
them to make an error. Volleyball can be played both indoors and outdoors, and it is a popular sport
around the world. The game requires a combination of physical skill, strategy, and teamwork, making it
a challenging and exciting sport to play and watch.

2. Volleyball short history

Volleyball was invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan, a physical education instructor in Holyoke,
Massachusetts, USA. He created the game as a less strenuous alternative to basketball, which was
becoming popular at the time. The first official game of volleyball was played on July 7, 1896, at
Springfield College, Massachusetts.

Originally called "mintonette," the game was renamed volleyball in 1896 due to the nature of the game,
which involved volleying a ball back and forth over a net. Volleyball quickly became popular in the
United States, and it was introduced to other countries in the early 1900s.

The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) was formed in 1947, and the first World Championships
were held in 1949 for men and 1952 for women. Volleyball was first included in the Olympic Games in
1964, and it has been a popular Olympic sport ever since.

Today, volleyball is played by millions of people around the world, both recreationally and competitively.
The sport has evolved over the years, with changes to rules, equipment, and strategies, but it remains a
thrilling and dynamic game loved by many.

3. Volleyball Violations with hand signals

Here are some common volleyball violations and their corresponding hand signals:

Double hit: This occurs when a player contacts the ball twice in succession or the ball hits two different
parts of their body. The hand signal for a double hit is to form a fist with one hand and hit it with the
other hand.
Lift or carry: This violation occurs when a player catches or holds the ball, rather than hitting it cleanly.
The hand signal for a lift or carry is to make a scooping motion with one hand.

Foot fault: This violation occurs when a player steps on or over the line while serving or during play. The
hand signal for a foot fault is to point to the foot that committed the violation.

Net violation: This occurs when a player touches the net during play. The hand signal for a net violation
is to make a "swiping" motion with one hand across the other hand.

Out of bounds: This occurs when the ball lands outside the court boundaries. The hand signal for an out
of bounds ball is to point in the direction of the out of bounds area.

Rotation fault: This occurs when a team is not rotating in the correct order. The hand signal for a
rotation fault is to point to the player who is out of position.

It's important to note that hand signals may vary slightly between different referees or leagues, so it's
always a good idea to familiarize yourself with the specific signals used in your particular game

4. Volleyball court measurements.

The standard indoor volleyball court measurements are:

Length: 18 meters (59 feet)

Width: 9 meters (29.5 feet)

The net is hung at the center of the court and is 2.43 meters (7 feet 11.625 inches) high for men and
2.24 meters (7 feet 4.125 inches) high for women. The net is 1 meter (3 feet 3.375 inches) wide and
extends 9.5 meters (31 feet 2.25 inches) from end line to end line.

The court is divided into two equal halves by the net, and each half is further divided into two parts by a
center line. The attack line, also known as the 3-meter line, is located 3 meters (9 feet 10.125 inches)
from the center line and marks the area from which back row players can jump and attack the ball.
The service line is located 2 meters (6 feet 6.75 inches) from the net and marks the area from which a
player must serve the ball.

It's important to note that outdoor volleyball court measurements may vary, as there are many different
variations of the game played on different surfaces and court sizes.