Intermediate (B) Volleyball Rules

Overview of Skills and Playstyle
Intermediate-level volleyball players demonstrate a solid understanding of the game and can perform essential skills with reasonable consistency. This level emphasizes teamwork, good sportsmanship, and a focus on making three hits per side to set up strategic plays.

1. TEAM STRUCTURE

2. SERVICE RECEIVE

3. Net

In volleyball, a net violation occurs when a player touches the net with any part of their body while the ball is in play: 

4. SETS

5. Rotation 

6. Rotation Order/Player entering the game.


7. Lifts 

8. Attacking the Serve 

9. Game Grace period/Delay infraction


10. Forfeiture Policy

As a participant in the league, you understand the importance of sportsmanship, fairness, and commitment to the games scheduled. In light of ensuring a fair experience for all teams, this waiver outlines the league’s policy on "No Call, No Show" and “Forfeitures” instances.

Fines

Multiple Forfeiture Rule

Teams with multiple forfeitures or "No Call, No Show" occurrences may be removed from the league, with no refunds issued.

11. Substitution Protocol


12. Point System Rules for Regular Season and Tournament Play.


13. Points system explained 


14. PLAYER REPLACEMENT

16. Intermediate Players

17. Players are not allowed to be on 2 different teams as this will cause scheduling problems, unnecessary delays and disadvantages to both teams. 

18. Volleyball Game Time Rules:

1. Game Duration:

   - All games are strictly 40 minutes long.  

   - The timer starts with the first serve and runs continuously without stopping for timeouts or delays.  

2. Timer Enforcement:  

   - Teams must start the timer immediately with the first serve.  

   - Failure to start the timer on time will result in a penalty of 3 minutes deducted for every 5 total points scored by both teams.  

   Example Penalty Calculation:  

   - If the score is 7-10 (total points = 17):  

     - 17 ÷ 5 = 3 full increments (15 points).  

     - 3 minutes x 3 = 9 minutes deducted.  

     - Adjusted game time: 31 minutes remaining.  

3. Timer Monitoring:  

   - Officials will verify timer usage.  

   - Any delay in starting the timer will result in the penalty being applied immediately upon discovery.  

Note: Manage time efficiently— If the timer expires mid rally you need to finish the rally but no new serves may be made and the game has ended, regardless of score.