Volleyball

Volleyball

Volleyball originated in the United States in 1895, created by William G. Morgan in Massachusetts as a less intense alternative to basketball.

The sport is played by two teams of six players each, separated by a net. The objective is to score points by hitting the ball over the net and into the opposing team’s court, while preventing them from doing the same. Teams are allowed up to three touches to return the ball, and the game requires teamwork, agility, and quick reflexes.

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Age categories

Men & Women: 30+, 35+, 40+, 45+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+

The age category you will compete in for Volleyball will be determined as at 31 December of the year of the event. For example, if you are 39 during Games time but have turned 40 by 31 December, you would compete in the 40+ age category. For teams, the category you compete in is based on the age of the youngest team member.

Grade definitions

A Grade – Open: This category is for tournament and competition players.

B Grade – Recreational: This category is for social players and beginners.

– Competitors can compete in up to two teams, in different age categories and different grades.

– Competitors can only compete in one ‘odd’ age category and one ‘even’ age category (eg. One from 35+, 45+, 55+ or 65+, and one from 30+, 40+, 50+, 60+ or 70+)

– Competitors can compete in both indoor and beach volleyball.

Events and disciplines

Indoor
Beach Volleyball – Pairs and Fours

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