When teaching volleyball rules it's important to remember the basics of the game of volleyball. The boundary lines, how many times a ball can be touched and net rules are fairly simple but important rules to teach to new players. These and other rules can help instill the basics of the game to help those players become better at the game. According to the basic volleyball rules website, knowing the basic rules can help the team transition easily from one phase of the game to the next.
Instructions
Teach Basic Volleyball Rules
1. Set up the net. Set it at the appropriate height and attach the antennas at each end of the net. They should be in line with the outer lines of the court.
2. Make sure to have volleyballs out and on hand. This will help in demonstrating some rules.
3. Be sure to show the players everything through examples. Place players in situations so that other team members are able to actually see what the rules are.
4. Begin by telling all the players where the boundary line of the court is. Make sure they know that if a ball goes out of this line, it's out. However, make sure they know that if a player on their side touches the ball and it goes outside the court to try and go for that ball outside of the court. Otherwise, the other team gets the point. Also point out the antennas on the net. Tell your players that they are part of the boundaries as well. If a ball touches either antenna, the ball is dead.
5. Talk to players about rules at the net. Be sure to tell them that under no circumstance are they to touch the net. Clarify that if the ball touches the net, it's still in play.
6. Tell your players that the ball can only be touched three times on one side of the court. Make sure they know that they cannot touch a ball twice in succession. A player can touch it at the most, twice, on one side of the court. For example, if player A touches the ball on the first touch and player B touches it second, player A can then touch the ball again. Tell your players that if a ball is touched by your blocker, you then have three touches to get the ball back over. Also be sure they know that it doesn't have to be three touches. Anything under three touches counts, as long as it gets over the net.
7. Make sure your players know properly handle the ball. For example, catching a ball is considered a carry and the point goes to the other team. Be sure they know the proper procedure when passing, setting or spiking.
