Republic of the Philippines

Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College

Tagudin, Ilocos Sur

PE 104- TEAM SPORTS

VOLLEYBALL MODULE

PREPARED BY:

JHUNNE LESTER S. LABITORIA

INSTRUCTOR

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 VOLLEYBALL

A. HISTORY

1. William G. Morgan of Holyoke City, Massachusetts created a game called Mintonette

in 1985.
2. Dr. A. F. Halsted renamed it to Volleyball.
3. Elwood S. Brown introduced it in the Philippines in 1910.
4. It was first played as demonstration sport in 1964 Tokyo Olympics.

B. FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT

1. Playing Area- it includes the playing court and the free zone. It shall be rectangular
and symmetrical.
a. The playing courtis a rectangle measuring 18 X 9 m, surrounded by a free zone
which is a minimum of 3 m wide on all sides.

The free playing space is the space above the playing area which is free from any
obstructions. The free playing space shall measure a minimum of 7 m in height from
the playing surface.

Lines on the Court

Boundary lines
Center line
Attack line

Zone and Areas

Front Zone
Service Zone
Substitution Zone
Libero Replacement Zone
Warm- Up Area
Penalty Area

2. Net

a. The net is placed vertically over the center line whose top is set at the height of
2.43 m for men, 2.24 m for women and 2.13 m or lower for children aged 12
years or younger.
b. It is 1 m wide and 9.50 to 10 m long, made of 10 cm square black mesh.
c. Two side bands are fastened vertically to the net placed directly above each
sideline.
d. An antennae is a flexible rod 1.80 m long and 10 mm in diameter. It is fastened at
the outer edge of each sideband.

3. Posts

a. Then ball supporting the net are placed at a distance 00.50 – 1.00 m outside the
sidelines. They are 2.55 m high and preferably adjustable.
b. The posts are rounded and smooth, fixed to the ground without wires.

4. Balls

a. The ball shall be spherical, made of flexible leather or synthetic leather case with
a bladder in side made of a rubber or a similar material.
b. Its color maybe a uniform light color or a combination of colors.
c. Its circumference is 65-67 cm and its weight is 260-280 g.

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C. MECHANICAL ANALYSIS OF THE BASIC SKILLS

1. SERVING

Underhand Serve
a. The server stands facing the net with the left foot slightly forward and the weight
on the right foot.
b. The ball is held in the left hand with the left arm across and a little in front of the
body.
c. The ball is lined up with a straight forward swing of the right hand. The left-hand
fingers are spread, and the ball rest on the pads of these fingers.
d. On the serving motion, the server steps forward with the left foot, transferring the
weight to the front foot and at the same time brings the right arm back in
preparatory motion.
e. The right hand now swings forwards and contacts just below the center. The ball
can be hit with an open hand or with the fist (facing forward or sideward).
f. An effective follow-through with the arm ensures a smooth serve.
Overhand Serve
a. The server stand with the left foot in front and the left side of the body turned
somewhat toward the net. The weight is on both feet.
b. The ball is held in the left hand directly in front of the face. The ball must be
tossed straight up and should come down in front of the right shoulder.
c. As the ball is tossed, the weight shifts to the back foot. The height of the toss is a
matter of choice, but from 3 to 5 feet is suggested.
d. As the ball drops, the striking arm comes forward, contacting the ball a foot or so
above the shoulder. The weight is shifted to the forward foot, which can take a
short step forward. The contact is made with the open palm or with fist. An
effective serve is one that has no spin- a floater.

2. Passing (or Returning)

Forearm Pass (underhand Pass)

a. The body must be in good position to ensure a proper volley. The player must
move rapidly to the spot where the all is descending to prepare for the pass.
b. The trunk leans forward and back is straight, with 90 degree uncle between the
thighs and the body. The body is bent, and the body is in partially crouched
position, with the feet shoulder width apart.
c. The hands are clasped together, so that the forearms are parallel. The clasp should
be relaxed, with the type of handclasp a matter of choice. The wrists in either case
are turned downward, and the elbow joints are reasonably locked.
d. The forearms are held at the proper angle to rebound the ball, with contact made
with the fist or forearms between the knees as the receiver crouches.

Overhand Pass

a. The passer moves underneath the ball and controls it with the fingertips. Feet
should be in an easy, comfortable position, with knees bent.
b. The cup of the fingers is made so that the thumbs and forefingers are close
together and other fingers are spread. The hands are held forehead high, with
elbows out and level with the floor.
c. The passer contacts the ball at above eye level and propels it with the force of
spread fingers, not with the palms. At the moment of contact, the legs are
straightened and the hands and arms.
d. If the ball is a pass to a teammate, it should be high enough to allow for control. If
the pass is a return to the other side, it can be projected forward with more force.

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Spiking

1. Approach – take 3-4 steps near the side and attack lines with the last step taken
with the stronger leg.
2. Step-close Take-off – transfer the momentum of the body into a vertical
direction. Heels of both contact the floor with the weight shifted forward to the
toes during the last step.
3. Arm Movements –swing both arms forward and upward during the take-off.
Extend left arm directly upward above the shoulder and the right arm is bent into
a throwing position. Left elbow leads the swing, followed by an extension of the
spiking arm. Contact ball with the heel of the open hand. To impart a spin, snap
wrist over the ball.

4. Blocking – jump into the air directly in front of the spike, with the arms extended in
an effort to block the ball and at the same time to rebound it off the arms into
spiker’s court.