Olympus Volleyball
RULES &
REGULATIONS
Olympus Volleyball follows standard FIVB and Volleyball Canada rules with minor league-specific adjustments. All players are expected to play with good sportsmanship.
Official FIVB Rules ↗Co-ed Rules
Gender requirement
Each team must have a minimum of 2 women and 4 men on the court at all times. Teams with fewer than 2 women present default their match.
Serving rotation
No restriction on service order by gender — players rotate normally.
Blocking rule
If the last touch before going over the net was by a female player, male back-row players may jump to block above the net.
The Court
Court dimensions
Indoor court: 18 m × 9 m, divided by a net. Attack lines are drawn 3 m from the center line on each side.
Net height
Men's or co-ed competition: 2.43 m (7 ft 11⅝ in). Women's competition: 2.24 m (7 ft 4⅛ in).
Ball
Regulation indoor volleyball, circumference 65–67 cm, inflated to 0.300–0.325 kg/cm².
Scoring
Match format
Matches are typically best-of-3 sets. The first two sets are played to 25 points (must win by 2). A deciding set (if needed) is played to 15 points (must win by 2), with no cap.
Rally scoring
A point is scored on every rally regardless of who served. The winning team of each rally scores a point and serves next.
Pool play (league & tournaments)
Pool play games are 2 sets straight to 25 (cap 27). Teams earn 1 point per set won toward standings.
Service
Service order
Players rotate clockwise. The server stands behind the end line and has 8 seconds to serve after the referee's whistle.
Let serve
A serve that touches the net and lands in the opponent's court is in play (no let-serve rule).
Foot fault
The server must not step on or over the end line before making contact with the ball.
Team Composition
Team size
6 players on the court at a time (3 front row, 3 back row). A team may have up to 14 players on the roster.
Libero
Teams may designate 1–2 libero players, who wear a contrasting jersey and specialize in back-row defense. Liberos cannot attack above the net height or serve.
Substitutions
Each team is allowed 6 substitutions per set. A player and substitute may only switch positions once per set.
General Conduct
Sportsmanship
All players, coaches, and spectators are expected to demonstrate fair play and respect for opponents, teammates, and officials at all times.
Yellow / Red card
Unsportsmanlike conduct may result in a warning (yellow card), penalty point (red card), or expulsion from the match.
Protests
A team captain may address the referee to request clarification on a ruling. Protests must be lodged before the next serve.
Minor Players (Ages 16–17)
Olympus Volleyball welcomes players aged 16–17 in its tournaments. Players under 18 must meet the following requirements to participate:
Consent Form
A parent or legal guardian must complete and sign the Minor Athlete Consent Form prior to the tournament. The original signed form must be submitted to event organizers on the day of the event.
Emergency Contact
The form must include an emergency contact (parent/guardian) who is reachable for the full duration of the event.
Medical Information
Any allergies, medical conditions, or relevant medications must be declared on the form to ensure the athlete's safety on site.
Code of Conduct
The parent or legal guardian acknowledges they have read and agreed to the Olympus Volleyball Code of Conduct and accepts responsibility for the athlete's behaviour.
Code of Conduct
Racism & Discrimination
Racist, discriminatory, or hateful language or behavior toward any player, official, or spectator — regardless of race, gender, religion, or background — will result in immediate removal from the event and a permanent ban from future Olympus Volleyball activities.
Offensive Language & Behavior
Excessive profanity, slurs, or deliberately offensive language directed at others is strictly prohibited. Officials may issue a warning or red card for a first offense. Repeated violations will result in ejection.
Aggressive & Threatening Behavior
Physical aggression, threatening conduct, intimidation, or verbal abuse of any kind toward players, staff, or spectators will result in immediate ejection from the event and may result in a permanent league ban.
Respect for Officials & Staff
All rulings by referees and Olympus Volleyball staff must be respected. Persistent disputes, public disrespect, or attempts to intimidate officials will result in a penalty point or removal from the match.