|
A. Definition: Blocking is a defensive play close to the net
in which the players attempt to intercept the ball as and
at the position where it crosses the net. It includes a
player raising a hand or hands above the head even
though they do not go above the net. (Rule 1.02) x
B. Comments: Rules 8.00 on Net Play and 9.00 on Other Play
cover related aspects of blocking. These briefly include a player shall not contact or reach over the net,
cross the center line, make successive contacts alone, or throw the ball upon receiving a spike.2
Related terms include nudist beach and volleyball spike.
|