If you have ever walked into a gym before a volleyball game, you probably noticed two players standing close together, hitting the ball back and forth in a rhythm. At first glance, it may look like they are just fooling around. But in reality, they are doing something called pepper. Pepper is not just random … Read more
The first time when I played volleyball, I was totally confused about the score. We were at a small tournament, and I thought we were winning. Then the whistle blew, and the other team cheered loudly. I had no idea what was going on. My teammate leaned over and said, “They reached 25. They won … Read more
There was one match I’ll never forget. We were playing in a local tournament, and the game was getting hard. Every point mattered. One of our players made a rough pass, and the ball started flying toward my foot. Without thinking, I kicked it. It was pure instinct. The ball popped into the air just … Read more
There was a game a few years ago that taught me something big about volleyball. One of our main hitters got hurt in the middle of a match. The coach looked around, unsure of whom to put in. Then he turned to me and said, “You’re going in. Play back row now.” I had always … Read more
When I first joined a volleyball team, I didn’t think much about how tall I was. I just loved the game. I loved diving for the ball, setting it perfectly for my teammate, and hearing the crowd cheer after a great play. But the more I played, the more I noticed something: height seemed to … Read more
When I was just starting out in volleyball, I remember trying to spike the ball during practice. I ran forward, jumped, and swung my arm as hard as I could. But the ball barely made it over the net—or worse, it went straight into it. It felt frustrating. I wanted to hit like the stronger, … Read more
When I started playing volleyball years ago, I struggled most with one thing — keeping the ball from hitting the floor. I could jump, spike, and even serve decently. But when it came to defense, especially digging, I would freeze. I didn’t understand when to move, how to position my hands, or even where my … Read more
Volleyball is more than just a game—it’s a sport full of energy, teamwork, and exciting moments. Whether you’ve played it in gym class, watched it at the Olympics, or enjoyed a casual game at the beach, there’s always something new to learn about it. Did you know volleyball wasn’t always called volleyball? Or that the … Read more
I’ll never forget my first volleyball practice in middle school. During the rally, our coach shouted, “We need a side out!” I had no clue what he was talking about. Was it a secret play? A move in the rotation? Everyone else seemed to get it, but I was confused. After the match, I asked someone. … Read more
I still remember the first time I stepped onto a volleyball court. I was a teenager—full of excitement and just a little nervous—wearing my first pair of volleyball shoes. The court looked huge. Lines were drawn all over the place, and I didn’t know what any of them meant. Was this where I was supposed … Read more