Intramural Sports

Volleyball

General Playing Rules

Any rule or play interpretation not covered in these rules shall be governed by the playing rules established by the United States Volleyball Association (USVBA).
Each match is best out of 3 games. Each game is rally scoring to 25.
Each team can have a maximum of 6 players on the court. Each team can have a maximum of 4 men on the court.
If the serve hits the net, the play will continue.
If the volleyball hits the ceiling, lights, wall, etc, the play is over.
Double hits, lifts, and carries will be judged by the official.
Any player's foot, hand, or other body part, that completely crosses the centerline inside the court will be called for a violation.
If anyone touches the net, a violation will be called.
Only proper gym shoes are allowed on the court, during the match.
No more than two club volleyball players are permitted on one team.
A block is not considered to be one of the 3 contacts.
The serve cannot be blocked.
The ball may be hit with any part of the body.
A ball which is entirely on the opponent's side of the net is permitted to be blocked when the opposing team has had an opportunity to complete its attack.