Basic Rules

Question 1

Is the ball considered in play If the ball is served and makes contact with the net but reaches the opposing team’s side?

Answer 1

Yes, it’s still in play.

Question 2

How many times in a row can a player touch the ball?

Answer 2

Once. The only exception is if a player attempts to block

and touches the ball, then he/she may play the next ball.

Question 3

How many times can the team touch the ball before sending it over the net?

Answer 3

3 times.

Question 4

When does a net violation occur?

Answer 4

A net violation occurs when any player comes in contact with the net with any part of the body while
the ball is in play.

Question 5

is the ball considered in-bounds if any part of the ball is touching the side or end line?

Answer 5

Yes.

Question 6

Can a player step on the centerline

Answer 6

Yes but, his/her entire foot may not be completely over the line.

Question 7

Is the ball out of bounds if it hits the ceiling and comes down on the opposing team’s court?

Answer 7

Yes. However, if the ball contacts the ceiling and comes down on the same side of the
net, the ball is still playable.

Question 8

Do players rotate in clockwise or counter-clockwise positions?

Answer 8

Clockwise