Beach Volleyball League Rules

Welcome to the world of beach volleyball! To ensure fair play, safety, and an enjoyable experience for all participants, the following rules are in place. Please familiarize yourself with these guidelines before participating.

1. Team Composition:

1.1. Each team consists of two players on the court at all times for doubles teams, four players on the court for four man teams.

1.2. Teams may have additional players on their roster, but only two players can participate in a doubles match and only four players may participate in a four man match.

2. Court and Equipment:

2.1. The court dimensions are 16 meters (52.5 feet) in length and 8 meters (26.2 feet) in width.

2.2. The net height for men's matches is 2.43 meters (7 feet 11 5/8 inches), and for women's matches, it is 2.24 meters (7 feet 4 1/4 inches). Coed leagues will be played on a men’s height net.

2.3. The ball used in matches must be an official beach volleyball.

3. Scoring:

3.1. Matches are typically played in a best-of-three sets format. The first team to win two sets wins the match.

3.2. Sets are played to 21 points with a minimum two-point advantage. If a third set is required, it is played to 15 points.

3.3. We will use RALLY scoring- a point is scored on every serve, regardless of which team serves.

4. Serving:

4.1. The server must stand behind the end line (back boundary) while serving.

4.2. Servers must alternate after each side out.

5. Playing the Ball:

5.1. Each team is allowed a maximum of three touches to return the ball over the net.

5.2. No player may hit the ball twice in succession, except if the first contact is a block.

5.3. A ball hitting the boundary lines is considered in bounds.

6. Playing the Net:

6.1. Players may block at the net, but they cannot reach over the net to block an opponent's attack.

6.2. Contact with the net by a player is considered a foul.

7. Fouls and Violations:

7.1. The following actions are considered fouls:

• Touching the net during play

• Stepping on or over the centerline

• Illegal contacts (double hits, carrying, etc.)

8. Referees and Officials:

8.1. Matches are self officiated. Honesty and Integrity are extremely important.

8.2. If both teams do not come to an agreement a replay must take place.

9. Code of Conduct:

9.1. All participants are expected to exhibit good sportsmanship and respect towards opponents, officials, and spectators.

9.2. Unsportsmanlike conduct, including verbal abuse or physical altercations, will result in penalties and potential ejection from the match.

These rules are intended to provide a fair and enjoyable environment for all participants in the League. Any deviations or specific league modifications will be communicated to the teams before the start of the league. Let's have a fantastic season of beach volleyball